Animal Quote by Martin Luther
“At night always carry in your heart something from Holy Scriptures to bed with you, meditate upon it like a ruminant animal, and go softly to sleep; but this must not be too much, rather a little that may be well pondered and understood, that you may find a remnant of it in your mind when you rise in the morning.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Sermons on the Christian Life, Martin Luther, 1525
Carrying a modest, contemplative scriptural thought to sleep fosters gentle reflection and spiritual grounding for the next day.
In simple terms: Meditate briefly on scripture before sleep.
Key Takeaway
Use brief nightly reflection for spiritual focus.
Themes
faith
reflection
discipline
Mood
peaceful
hopeful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- nighttime meditation
- morning mindfulness
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- What scripture will you reflect on tonight?
- How does brief meditation affect your day?
A Different Perspective
Too much contemplation can disturb rest; balance is needed.
