Altars Quote by Gilbert K. Chesterton
“O God of earth and altar, Bow down and hear our cry, Our earthly rulers falter, Our people drift and die; The walls of gold entomb us, The swords of scorn divide, Take not thy thunder from us, But take away our pride.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Ballad of the Sacred Earth, unknown source
A plea to a deity to intervene against corrupt leadership and societal decay, urging humility over pride.
In simple terms: Ask God to help the people and reduce pride.
Key Takeaway
Seek humility and justice.
Themes
faith
politics
humility
justice
pride
Mood
somber
hopeful
reflective
Type
poetic
prayer
social commentary
When to use this quote
- political unrest
- community crisis
- leadership failure
- social division
Key Concepts
theology
social critique
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can communities act without divine aid?
- What role does pride play in societal collapse?
A Different Perspective
Divine intervention may not be realistic; human agency matters.
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