Ends Quote by George Herbert
“God is at the end, when we thinke he is furthest off it.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Elixir", 1633
Divine presence is closest when we feel farthest from God.
In simple terms: God feels near when we think he's distant.
Key Takeaway
Trust in unseen divine closeness.
Themes
faith
spirituality
paradox
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- counseling
- personal crisis
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you felt God close despite doubt?
- How does distance shape faith?
A Different Perspective
Not all feel comfort in paradox.
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