Amen Quote by George Eliot
“Lord! Thou art with Thy people still; they see Thee in the night-watches, and their hearts burn within them as Thou talkest with them by the way. And Thou art near to those that have not known Thee; open their eyes that they may see Thee--see Thee weeping over them, and saying, "Ye will not come unto me that ye might have life"--see Thee hanging on the cross and saying, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do"--see Thee as Thou wilt come again in Thy glory to judge them at the last. Amen.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Religious Reflection, 19th century, attributed to George Eliot
The poem invokes divine presence, urging believers to recognize God's compassion, forgiveness, and future judgment.
In simple terms: God is near, compassionate, and will judge humanity.
Key Takeaway
Embrace divine compassion.
Themes
faith
forgiveness
judgment
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
spiritual
poetic
When to use this quote
- prayer
- personal reflection
- mourning
- ethical living
Key Concepts
theology
spirituality
hope
Questions to Reflect On
- How does divine forgiveness affect moral choices?
- What role does hope play in suffering?
A Different Perspective
Some may view the tone as overly punitive.
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