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Adoration Quote by Ole Hallesby

“Praise lies upon a higher plane than thanksgiving. When I give thanks, my thoughts still circle about myself to some extent. But in praise my soul ascends to self-forgetting adoration.” quote by Ole Hallesby
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“Praise lies upon a higher plane than thanksgiving. When I give thanks, my thoughts still circle about myself to some extent. But in praise my soul ascends to self-forgetting adoration.”

Ole Hallesby

About This Quote

Source Book: Unknown, possibly theological essay

True praise transcends self‑centered gratitude, leading to self‑forgetting admiration of the divine

In simple terms: Praise lifts beyond personal thanks

Key Takeaway

Seek self‑less reverence

Themes

spirituality humility gratitude

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • personal reflection
  • meditation
  • prayer

Key Concepts

theology self‑transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What distinguishes genuine praise from self‑serving thanks?
  • How can one cultivate self‑forgetting adoration?
A Different Perspective

Praise may still be influenced by ego

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