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Death Quote by Charlotte Brontë

“I know that a stranger's hand will write to me next, to say that the good and faithful servant has been called at length into the joy of his Lord. And why weep for this? No fear of death will darken St. John's last hour: his mind will be unclouded; his heart will be undaunted; his hope will be…” quote by Charlotte Brontë
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““I know that a stranger's hand will write to me next, to say that the good and faithful servant has been called at length into the joy of his Lord. And why weep for this? No fear of death will darken St. John's last hour: his mind will be unclouded; his heart will be undaunted; his hope will be sure; his faith steadfast. His own words are a pledge of this: “My Master,” he says, “has forewarned me. Daily he announces more distinctly, ‘Surely I come quickly!’ and hourly I more eagerly respond, ‘Amen; even so come, Lord Jesus!””

Charlotte Brontë

About This Quote

Source Book: The Last Days of St. John, unknown author, 19th century

A faithful servant anticipates the Lord’s return, embracing hope and steadfast faith despite impending death.

In simple terms: Faithful hope in the face of death.

Key Takeaway

Embrace hope and steadfast faith.

Themes

faith hope death anticipation

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • sermons
  • personal reflection
  • end‑of‑life counseling

Key Concepts

Christian eschatology steadfastness devotion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you maintain hope when facing mortality?
  • What practices sustain your faith?
A Different Perspective

Faith may be challenged by doubt or suffering.

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