Children Quote by Nissim Ezekiel
“My mother only said: Thank God the scorpion picked on me and spared my children.”
About This Quote
Divine protection may shield some while others suffer; gratitude for survival coexists with awareness of others' suffering.
In simple terms: Thankful for personal safety.
Balance gratitude with empathy.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family life
- community service
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you honor those spared while acknowledging others' loss?
- What role does faith play in your gratitude?
Focus on self may ignore others' pain.