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Blessing Quote by Marilynne Robinson

“You see how it is godlike to love the being of someone. Your existence is a delight to us. I hope you never have to long for a child as I did, but oh, what a splendid thing it has been that you came finally, and what a blessing to enjoy you now for almost seven years.” quote by Marilynne Robinson
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“You see how it is godlike to love the being of someone. Your existence is a delight to us. I hope you never have to long for a child as I did, but oh, what a splendid thing it has been that you came finally, and what a blessing to enjoy you now for almost seven years.”

Marilynne Robinson

About This Quote

Source Book: Gilead by Marilynne Robinson, 2004

The speaker expresses deep gratitude and reverence for a loved one's presence, seeing it as a divine, joyous gift that enriches life.

In simple terms: Loving someone feels divine and joyful.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and appreciate loved ones.

Themes

gratitude love divine joy blessing

Mood

warm reflective reverent

Type

personal emotional inspirational

When to use this quote

  • family life
  • long-term partnership
  • parenthood reflections
  • celebrating milestones

Key Concepts

existential appreciation spiritual reverence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this reverence shape daily interactions?
  • What responsibilities come with such deep gratitude?
A Different Perspective

May idealize love, overlooking challenges of sustaining it over time.

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