Bread Quote by Reginald Heber
“Bread of the world, in mercy broken, Wine of the soul, in mercy shed, By whom the words of life were spoken, And in whose death our sins are dead: Look on the heart by sorrow broken, Look on the tears by sinners shed; And be Thy feast to us the token That by Thy grace our souls are fed.”
About This Quote
Source Hymn: "The Bread of the World" by Reginald Heber, 1825
The hymn likens divine mercy to sustenance, urging believers to recognize God's grace as spiritual nourishment that heals and sustains.
In simple terms: God's mercy feeds the soul.
Key Takeaway
Seek God's grace daily.
Themes
faith
mercy
spiritual nourishment
humility
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
devotional
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- church services
- spiritual counseling
- reflective meditation
Key Concepts
theology
symbolism
redemption
Questions to Reflect On
- How does you experience divine mercy?
- In what ways can you embody gratitude for spiritual sustenance?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may be abstract for those unfamiliar with Christian hymnody.
