My soul Quote by Horatio Spafford
“When peace like a river, attendeth my way / When sorrow like sea billows roll / Whatever my lot, Thou hast taught me to say / It is well, it is well, with my soul.”
About This Quote
Source Hymn: It Is Well with My Soul by Horatio Spafford, 1873
The hymn declares that no matter how peaceful or sorrowful circumstances become, the soul can accept God's will and remain at peace.
In simple terms: Peace can hold even amid great sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Trust can steady you through grief.
Themes
peace
sorrow
faith
trust
comfort
Mood
serene
mournful
hopeful
Type
hymn
religious
lyric
When to use this quote
- grief support
- funerals
- personal faith crises
- hymn reflection
Key Concepts
spiritual resilience
providence
surrender
Questions to Reflect On
- What source of peace do you draw on in hardship?
- Can sorrow and peace truly coexist?
A Different Perspective
Such peace may be hard to reach without the religious belief that sustains it.
