Appeals Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier
“God's ways seem dark, but, soon or late, They touch the shining hills of day; The evil cannot brook delay, The good can well afford to wait, Give ermined knaves their hour of crime; Yet have the future grand and great, The safe appeal of Truth to Time!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Dream of the Future" by John Greenleaf Whittier, 1865
Patience and perseverance eventually bring justice and truth, despite darkness and evil's attempts to delay.
In simple terms: Good eventually prevails with patience.
Key Takeaway
Trust in time and truth.
Themes
patience
justice
hope
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social activism
- personal hardship
- legal reform
- community building
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain hope during prolonged injustice?
- What role does faith play in enduring hardship?
A Different Perspective
Patience may not prevent immediate suffering.
