Abundance Quote by Frederick William Faber
“The Blessed Sacrament is the magnet of souls. There is a mutual attraction between Jesus and the souls of men. Mary drew Him down from heaven. Our nature attracted Him rather than the nature of angels. Our misery caused Him to stoop to our lowness. Even our sins had a sort of attraction for the abundance of His mercy and the predilection of His grace. Our repentance wins Him to us. Our love makes earth a paradise to Him; and our souls lure Him as gold lures the miser, with irresistible fascination”
About This Quote
Source Hymn: "The Blessed Sacrament", 1865
Describes the soul's magnetic attraction to the Eucharist and divine mercy, emphasizing mutual love and repentance.
In simple terms: The Eucharist draws souls, and love draws Christ to us.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love and repentance to experience divine closeness.
Themes
spirituality
faith
devotion
redemption
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
devotional
When to use this quote
- prayer
- communion
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
magnetism of souls
grace
sacred mystery
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the Eucharist shape your faith?
- What does 'magnet of souls' mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted metaphorically, limiting literal understanding.
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