Feels Quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
“The world is charged with the grandeur of God. It will flame out like shining from shook foil? Generations have trod, have trod, have trod; And all is seared with trade; bleared, smeared with toil; And wearsman'ssmudgeand sharesman'ssmell: thesoil Is bare now, nor can foot feel, being shod.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The World Is Charged with the Grandeur of God, 1918
The poem reflects on divine presence in nature, humanity’s toil, and the loss of spiritual awareness amid industrialization.
In simple terms: God’s grandeur is hidden by human labor and neglect.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor the sacred in everyday life.
Themes
spirituality
nature
industrialization
human toil
faith
Mood
reflective
somber
inspirational
Type
poetic
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- urban planning
- environmental activism
- personal meditation
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
theology
environmental critique
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modern work disconnect us from the divine?
- What practices can restore reverence for nature?
A Different Perspective
The poem’s dense language can obscure its message for modern readers.
