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Blessedness Quote by Ellis Peters

“Here I begin to know that blessedness is what can be snatched out the passing day and put away to think of afterwards.” quote by Ellis Peters
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“Here I begin to know that blessedness is what can be snatched out the passing day and put away to think of afterwards.”

Ellis Peters

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Virgin in the Ice”, 1971

The narrator reflects on fleeting blessedness, suggesting it can be lost quickly and later contemplated.

In simple terms: Blessed moments are fleeting and later pondered.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and reflect on blessings.

Themes

transience reflection spirituality

Mood

thoughtful contemplative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily gratitude
  • life milestones
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

philosophy mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you capture fleeting joy?
  • What practices help you reflect on blessings?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on loss may cause anxiety.

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