Certain Quote by Jeremy Taylor
“Certain it is, that as nothing can better do it; so there is nothing greater, for which God made our tongues, next to reciting His praises, than to minister comfort to a weary soul.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Holy Scripture Commentary, 1650
The highest purpose of language is to praise God and to bring comfort to those who are weary.
In simple terms: Language exists to praise and soothe.
Key Takeaway
Use words to uplift others.
Themes
faith
compassion
purpose
Mood
empathetic
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- pastoral counseling
- grief support
- spiritual teaching
Key Concepts
theology
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we better listen to the weary?
- What words best convey comfort?
A Different Perspective
Comfort may be limited by personal capacity.
