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Blessed Quote by Peter Abelard

“O what their joy and their glory must be, Those endless sabbaths the blessed ones see! crowns for the valiant, for weary ones rest: God shall be all, and in all ever blest. Truly Jerusalem name we that shore, vision of peace that brings hope evermore; wish and fulfillment shall severed be ne'er…” quote by Peter Abelard
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“O what their joy and their glory must be, Those endless sabbaths the blessed ones see! crowns for the valiant, for weary ones rest: God shall be all, and in all ever blest. Truly Jerusalem name we that shore, vision of peace that brings hope evermore; wish and fulfillment shall severed be ne'er, nor the thing prayed for come short of the prayer.”

Peter Abelard

About This Quote

The passage celebrates divine joy, eternal peace, and the hope found in Jerusalem, urging fulfillment of prayers.

In simple terms: Divine joy and peace inspire hope.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual fulfillment and peace.

Themes

faith hope spirituality eternity

Mood

reverent inspirational

Type

poetic devotional

When to use this quote

  • worship
  • personal prayer
  • community gatherings
  • pilgrimage planning

Key Concepts

theology pilgrimage redemption

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “Jerusalem” symbolize for you?
  • How can you embody hope in daily life?
A Different Perspective

Interpretations vary across religions; may feel abstract.

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