Glory Quote by Harriet Tubman
“I looked at my hands to see if I was the same person. There was such a glory over everything. The sun came up like gold through the trees, and I felt like I was in heaven.”
About This Quote
Source Narrative: Autobiographical account, 1869
She experiences a profound, almost divine, sense of purpose and hope.
In simple terms: She feels heavenly joy and purpose.
Seek moments of awe in everyday life.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prison escape
- leadership
- community building
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments give you a sense of heaven?
- How can you sustain that feeling?
Such intense euphoria may be fleeting.