Compassion Quote by Elizabeth Goudge
““...your God is a trinity. There are three necessary prayers and they have three words each. They are these, 'Lord, have mercy. Thee I adore. Into Thy hands.' Not difficult to remember. If in times of distress you hold to these, you will do well.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Little White Horse by Elizabeth Goudge, 1946
A simple three‑word prayer structure offers comfort and focus during distress
In simple terms: Three‑word prayers help in crisis
Key Takeaway
Use concise prayers for calm
Themes
faith
prayer
comfort
Mood
hopeful
reassuring
Type
spiritual
practical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- stressful moments
- spiritual routines
Key Concepts
spiritual practice
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- Do these prayers resonate with your beliefs?
- How can you adapt them to your own faith?
A Different Perspective
The prayers may not suit all religious traditions
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