Answers Quote by Peter Abelard
“Alone thou goest forth, O Lord, in sacrifice to die; is this thy sorrow naught to us who pass unheeding by? Our sins, not thine, thou bearest, Lord; make us thy sorrow feel, till through our pity and our shame love answers love's appeal. This is earth's darkest hour, but thou dost light and life restore; then let all praise be given thee who livest evermore. Grant us with thee to suffer pain that, as we share this hour, thy cross may bring us to thy joy and resurrection power.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Song of the Cross, 12th century religious poetry
The speaker asks God to share humanity's suffering so that divine sorrow becomes felt, leading to redemption and joy through shared pain.
In simple terms: Ask God to share our pain for redemption.
Key Takeaway
Seek empathy and shared suffering.
Themes
sacrifice
redemption
empathy
faith
suffering
Mood
reflective
solemn
hopeful
Type
spiritual
poetic
theological
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- comforting the dying
- community support
Key Concepts
theology
mysticism
shared suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can shared suffering deepen faith?
- What does it mean to feel God's sorrow?
A Different Perspective
Human suffering may not always translate into divine joy.
