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“Firstly I commit my Soul into the hands of God, its great and benevolent author.” quote by Josiah Bartlett
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“Firstly I commit my Soul into the hands of God, its great and benevolent author.”

Josiah Bartlett

About This Quote

Source Letter: Personal Correspondence, 1775

The writer entrusts his soul to a benevolent divine creator, expressing deep faith and reliance on God's guidance.

In simple terms: Trust your soul to a caring higher power.

Key Takeaway

Rely on divine guidance for strength.

Themes

faith spirituality trust humility

Mood

reverent hopeful

Type

spiritual personal

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • meditation
  • ethical decision‑making
  • comfort in hardship

Key Concepts

theology personal devotion religious trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does trusting a higher power mean for personal responsibility?
  • How does faith influence everyday choices?
A Different Perspective

Such surrender may conflict with personal agency or critical thinking.

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