Apologizing Quote by Emily Dickinson
“Heavenly Father - take to thee The supreme iniquity Fashioned by thy candid Hand In a moment contraband - Though to trust us seem to us More respectful - We are Dust - We apologize to thee For thine own Duplicity.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished manuscript, 1860s
The poem juxtaposes divine authority with human frailty, pleading for forgiveness amid perceived hypocrisy.
In simple terms: It asks for divine mercy despite human flaws and perceived double standards.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and forgiveness in the face of imperfection.
Themes
faith
humility
hypocrisy
forgiveness
divine
human
Mood
contrite
reflective
spiritual
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- confession
- prayer
- self‑reflection
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
theology
self‑condemnation
spiritual conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal guilt with divine expectations?
- What role does humility play in moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
The speaker’s view may oversimplify complex moral realities.
