Be good Quote by Lucy Larcom
“The first real unhappiness I remember to have felt was when some one told me, one day, that I did not love God. I insisted, almost tearfully, that I did; but I was told that if I did truly love Him I should always be good. I knew I was not that, and the feeling of sudden orphanage came over me like a bewildering cloud.”
About This Quote
Source Autobiography: My Life and Work, 1883
Feeling judged for faith can cause deep loneliness, highlighting the need for personal spiritual authenticity.
In simple terms: Faith criticism can feel isolating.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner conviction over external approval.
Themes
faith
identity
loneliness
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- religious community
- personal crisis
- seeking support
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
spiritual authenticity
social judgment
psychological impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines true belief for you?
- How do you reconcile personal faith with communal expectations?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual doubt may persist despite external validation.
