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Angel Quote by George Horace Lorimer

“As the Christian's sorrows multiply, his patience grows, until, with sweet, unruffled quiet, he can confront the ills of life, and, though inwardly wincing, can calmly pursue his way to the restful grave, while his old, harsh voice is softly cadenced into sweetest melody, like the faint notes of…” quote by George Horace Lorimer
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“As the Christian's sorrows multiply, his patience grows, until, with sweet, unruffled quiet, he can confront the ills of life, and, though inwardly wincing, can calmly pursue his way to the restful grave, while his old, harsh voice is softly cadenced into sweetest melody, like the faint notes of an angel's whispered song. As patience deepens, charity and sympathy increase.”

George Horace Lorimer

About This Quote

Source Essay: The American Magazine, 1915

Enduring patience transforms suffering into calm strength, fostering compassion and inner peace.

In simple terms: Patience brings calm and kindness.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate patience to grow empathy.

Themes

patience compassion inner peace

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • grieving
  • personal hardship
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

spiritual growth emotional resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What practices help you stay patient in hardship?
  • How does patience affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective

Patience may be hard to practice during intense pain.

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