Compassion Quote by Lancelot Andrewes
“Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am weak; remember, Lord, how short my time is; remember that I am but flesh, a wind that passeth away, and cometh not again. My days are as grass, as a flower of the field; for the wind goeth over me, and I am gone, and my place shall know me no more.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Preaching of the Royal Court, 1620
Human life is fleeting; we should remember our mortality and humility.
In simple terms: Life is short; be humble.
Key Takeaway
Live with humility and purpose.
Themes
mortality
humility
spirituality
Mood
reflective
solemn
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- preaching
- personal reflection
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
vanity
temporal existence
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- How does awareness of mortality shape your choices?
- What practices keep you grounded?
A Different Perspective
Focusing only on death can cause despair.
