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“The beasts would not think it hard if I told them to walk on their heads. It would become their delight to walk on their heads. I am His beast, and all His biddings are joys.” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““The beasts would not think it hard if I told them to walk on their heads. It would become their delight to walk on their heads. I am His beast, and all His biddings are joys.””

C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis, 1942

The speaker suggests that even absurd or impossible tasks can become enjoyable when aligned with divine purpose.

In simple terms: Even strange tasks can be joyful if they serve a higher purpose.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humility and trust in higher guidance.

Themes

faith humility divine purpose

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • religious practice
  • creative problem solving
  • team leadership
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

obedience joy spiritual obedience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “His biddings” mean to you?
  • How can you find joy in challenging duties?
A Different Perspective

Blind obedience can ignore moral discernment.

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