Delighted Quote by John Milton
“For God will deign to visit oft the dwellings of just men -- delighted, and with frequent intercourse -- thither will send his winged messengers on errants of supernal grace.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Paradise Lost, Book 9, 1667
God sends angelic messengers to the righteous, offering frequent divine interaction.
In simple terms: Divine beings visit good people often.
Key Takeaway
Seek and cherish divine guidance.
Themes
faith
divine interaction
morality
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
literary
When to use this quote
- prayer
- ethical decisions
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
Theology
angelology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience divine presence?
- What does “angelic messenger” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary on literal vs. metaphorical angels.
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