Believe Quote by Joyce Carol Oates
“The joyous fulfillment of your sex : the sacred duties of beloved wife, and helpmeet, and mother. In opposition to the vulgar and mercantile hurly-burly of the great world, the idyllic pleasures of the domestic hearth-the which, I firmly believe, make of one small room an everywhere, indeed; and provide us with that small measure of bliss, which is, if we are greatly fortunate, and deserving, Our Lord's promise to us, of the Heaven to come.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Accursed, 2013
Domestic love and spiritual devotion provide a sanctuary of bliss amid worldly chaos, reflecting a sacred, hopeful vision.
In simple terms: Home life offers sacred bliss against a harsh world.
Key Takeaway
Cherish simple, holy moments at home.
Themes
family
spirituality
domestic bliss
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- parenting
- spiritual retreats
- daily gratitude
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
psychology
contentment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does faith shape domestic happiness?
- What practices nurture sacred domestic joy?
A Different Perspective
The idealized view may overlook real hardships.
