Hold fast Quote by Louisa May Alcott
““O Christie! never think it's time to die till you are called; for the Lord leaves us till we have done our work, and never sends more sin and sorrow than we can bear and be the better for, if we hold fast by Him.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Little Women, 1868
One should not assume death is near until called; God delays judgment until work is finished, allowing us to endure only what we can handle and grow stronger.
In simple terms: Don’t think you’ll die until it’s your time; God lets us finish our work.
Key Takeaway
Trust that you will be given only what you can bear.
Themes
faith
patience
resilience
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
literary
spiritual
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- personal loss
- spiritual trials
Key Concepts
divine timing
human endurance
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when your work is truly done?
- What signs indicate you’re ready for change?
A Different Perspective
Assuming divine timing can lead to passivity rather than proactive problem‑solving.
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