Dear god Quote by Ibn Ata Allah
“My god how gentle you are with me in spite of my great ignorance and how merciful You are with me in spite of my ugly deeds”
About This Quote
Source Hadith: Collection of sayings of Ibn Ata Allah, 13th‑century Sufi
Divine mercy embraces us despite our ignorance and sins, showing compassion beyond merit.
In simple terms: God’s mercy covers our faults and lack of knowledge.
Trust in divine compassion despite imperfections.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing mercy affect your self‑judgment?
- In what ways can you extend mercy to others?
Human frailty may be overstated; some view mercy as conditional.