God Quote by Jean Webster
““You remember that illuminated text over the dining-room door--"The Lord Will Provide." We've painted it out, and covered the spot with rabbits. It's all very well to teach so easy a belief to normal children, who have a proper family and roof behind them; but a person whose only refuge in distress will be a park bench must learn a more militant creed than that.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Daddy-Long-Legs, Jean Webster, 1912
The narrator critiques simplistic faith taught to privileged children, noting that those in hardship need a more resilient belief system.
In simple terms: Simple faith is insufficient for those facing hardship.
Key Takeaway
Develop a resilient, realistic outlook.
Themes
faith
resilience
social critique
Mood
critical
empathetic
thoughtful
Type
social commentary
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- poverty
- education
- family support
- personal growth
- mental health
Key Concepts
theology
psychology
social inequality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can belief be both comforting and realistic?
- What alternatives to simple faith help those in distress?
A Different Perspective
May dismiss the comfort that simple faith can provide.
