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“As down in the sunless retreats of the ocean Sweet flowers are springing no mortal can see, So deep in my soul the still prayer of devotion, Unheard by the world, rises silent to Thee. As still to the star of its worship, though clouded, The needle points faithfully o'er the dim sea, So dark when…” quote by Charles Lamb
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“As down in the sunless retreats of the ocean Sweet flowers are springing no mortal can see, So deep in my soul the still prayer of devotion, Unheard by the world, rises silent to Thee. As still to the star of its worship, though clouded, The needle points faithfully o'er the dim sea, So dark when I roam in this wintry world shrouded, The hope of my spirit turns trembling to Thee.”

Charles Lamb

About This Quote

Source Poem “The Soul’s Prayer”, 1825 (literary work)

The poet expresses a deep, hidden devotion that persists despite darkness and isolation.

In simple terms: Hidden devotion endures in darkness.

Key Takeaway

Nurture inner faith.

Themes

spirituality loneliness devotion

Mood

contemplative melancholic

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • creative writing
  • mental health support
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

metaphor inner resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep hope alive in dark times?
  • What symbols represent your inner devotion?
A Different Perspective

May be seen as overly sentimental.

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