Employed Quote by Joseph Addison
“If gratitude, when exerted towards another, naturally produces a very pleasing sensation in the mind of a grateful man, it exalts the soul into rapture when it is employed on this great object of gratitude to the beneficent Being who has given us everything we already possess, and from whom we expect everything we yet hope for.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Spectator, 1711
Gratitude directed toward a benefactor creates deep joy and elevates the soul, reinforcing a sense of dependence on the source of all blessings.
In simple terms: Gratitude to a giver lifts the spirit.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate gratitude for those who provide.
Themes
gratitude
spirituality
humility
Mood
thankful
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- prayer
- community service
Key Concepts
Reciprocity
transcendence
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does gratitude change your view of success?
- What practices help you feel true appreciation?
A Different Perspective
Gratitude can become self‑serving if not genuine.
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