Deeds Quote by Frances Sargent Osgood
“Labor! all labor is noble and holy! Let thy great deeds be thy prayer to thy God.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Labor!" (19th‑century poetry)
Hard work is sacred and should be offered as worship to the divine
In simple terms: Work is holy and a form of prayer
Key Takeaway
Treat labor as reverent service
Themes
work
spirituality
humility
Mood
reverent
reflective
Type
poetic
motivational
When to use this quote
- daily chores
- community service
- professional duties
- volunteering
Key Concepts
sacred labor
devotion
purpose
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor work without burnout?
- What rituals can turn labor into worship?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the need for rest and balance
![“There is not a tool, an implement, or a machine that has not resulted in a decrease in the contribution of human labor. Labor is not made permanently idle [though]; when replaced in one special category... it turns its attack against other obstacles on the main road to progress.” quote by Frederic Bastiat](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0da/frederic-bastiat-2151_categories_there-is-not-a-tool-an-implement-or-a-ma_1496182.jpg)
