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Children Quote by George Fox

“Sing and rejoice ye children of the day and the light; for the Lord is at work in this thick night of darkness that may be felt: and the Truth doth flourish as the rose, and lilies do grow among the thorns and the plants atop the hills, and upon them the lambs doth skip and play.” quote by George Fox
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““Sing and rejoice ye children of the day and the light; for the Lord is at work in this thick night of darkness that may be felt: and the Truth doth flourish as the rose, and lilies do grow among the thorns and the plants atop the hills, and upon them the lambs doth skip and play.””

George Fox

About This Quote

Source Sermon: The Book of the Works of God, 1650

Even in deep darkness, divine activity nurtures truth and beauty, allowing life to flourish amidst hardship.

In simple terms: God works in darkness, creating beauty and truth.

Key Takeaway

Seek light and hope in difficult times.

Themes

faith hope resilience

Mood

reflective uplifting

Type

spiritual poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • grief
  • community support
  • creative endeavors

Key Concepts

theology spiritual metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you find signs of hope in your darkest moments?
  • What actions can you take to nurture beauty in hardship?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may overlook real suffering and the need for practical help.

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