Giving Quote by George Herbert
“To a close shorn sheep, God gives wind by measure.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Altar", 1633
God provides measured blessings, likened to wind for a shorn sheep, symbolizing divine provision.
In simple terms: God gives just enough support.
Key Takeaway
Trust in modest divine provision.
Themes
faith
provision
humility
spirituality
nature
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- Pastoral counseling
- sermons
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Divine economy
metaphor
grace
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize subtle blessings?
- What does “measure” mean in faith?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted as limiting divine power.
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