Skip to content

Last night Quote by Maya Angelou

“Our Father, thank you for letting me see this New Day. Thank you that you didn't allow the bed I lay on last night to be my cooling board, nor my blanket my winding sheet. Guide my feet this day along the straight and narrow, and help me to put a bridle on my tongue. Bless this house, and…” quote by Maya Angelou
Download Open image
““Our Father, thank you for letting me see this New Day. Thank you that you didn't allow the bed I lay on last night to be my cooling board, nor my blanket my winding sheet. Guide my feet this day along the straight and narrow, and help me to put a bridle on my tongue. Bless this house, and everybody in it. Thank””

Maya Angelou

About This Quote

Source Prayer: Personal Prayer, Maya Angelou, 2000s

A prayer asking for gratitude, guidance, and protection throughout the day

In simple terms: Seeking daily gratitude and guidance

Key Takeaway

Begin each day with gratitude and mindfulness

Themes

spirituality gratitude guidance

Mood

hopeful reverent

Type

spiritual motivational

When to use this quote

  • morning meditation
  • personal journaling
  • family blessings
  • community services

Key Concepts

faith mindfulness daily rituals

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does gratitude shape your day?
  • What personal “bridle” do you need to control?
A Different Perspective

May not resonate with non-religious readers

4.6 out of 5 (6 ratings)

More by Maya Angelou

Explore all 1,313 Maya Angelou quotes

More Last night quotes

Browse all 2,043 Last night quotes