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Blessing Quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox

“No joy for which thy hungering heart has panted, No hope it cherishes through waiting years, But if thou dost deserve it, shall be granted For with each passionate wish the blessing nears. Tune up the fine, strong instrument of thy being To chord with thy dear hope, and do not tire. When both in…” quote by Ella Wheeler Wilcox
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“No joy for which thy hungering heart has panted, No hope it cherishes through waiting years, But if thou dost deserve it, shall be granted For with each passionate wish the blessing nears. Tune up the fine, strong instrument of thy being To chord with thy dear hope, and do not tire. When both in key and rhythm are agreeing, Lo! thou shalt kiss the lips of thy desire. The thing thou cravest so waits in the distance, Wrapt in the silences, unseen and dumb: Essential to thy soul and thy existence-- Live worthy of it--call, and it shall come.”

Ella Wheeler Wilcox

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Song of Hope, 1905

The poem urges patience and perseverance, promising that sincere desire will be fulfilled when aligned with inner harmony.

In simple terms: Patience and inner harmony bring desires to fruition.

Key Takeaway

Align heart and action.

Themes

hope perseverance inner harmony

Mood

hopeful inspirational

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • goal setting
  • creative projects
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

desire patience spiritual alignment

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner obstacles block desire?
  • How can you harmonize actions with hopes?
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