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Angel Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier

“Blow, bugles of battle, the marches of peace; East, west, north, and south let the long quarrel cease; Sing the song of great joy that the angels began, Sing the glory to God and of good-will to man!” quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
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“Blow, bugles of battle, the marches of peace; East, west, north, and south let the long quarrel cease; Sing the song of great joy that the angels began, Sing the glory to God and of good-will to man!”

John Greenleaf Whittier

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Song of the Angels", 1865

War and peace intertwine; the poet calls for joy, divine glory, and goodwill among humanity.

In simple terms: War and peace together; sing joy and goodwill.

Key Takeaway

Promote harmony and gratitude across all directions.

Themes

peace war joy divine humanity

Mood

uplifting spiritual

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • worship services
  • peace rallies
  • community gatherings

Key Concepts

poetry theology humanism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance joy with acknowledging pain?
  • What actions embody goodwill today?
A Different Perspective

Idealistic view may overlook real suffering.

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