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Compassion Quote by Robert Bruce

“God in His mercy and in His infinite and bottomless compassion, has set up this Sacrament as a sign upon a high hill, so that it may be seen on every side, far and near, to recall all those who have shamefully run away; and He clucks to them as a hen to a chicken to gather them under the wings of…” quote by Robert Bruce
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““God in His mercy and in His infinite and bottomless compassion, has set up this Sacrament as a sign upon a high hill, so that it may be seen on every side, far and near, to recall all those who have shamefully run away; and He clucks to them as a hen to a chicken to gather them under the wings of His infinite mercy. The””

Robert Bruce

About This Quote

The passage uses religious imagery to describe divine mercy as a protective, nurturing force that gathers the lost and ashamed under its care.

In simple terms: Divine mercy gathers and protects the lost.

Key Takeaway

Seek comfort in compassionate spirituality.

Themes

mercy compassion spiritual gathering

Mood

hopeful reverent comforting

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • grief
  • spiritual seeking
  • community support

Key Concepts

theology symbolism redemption

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you embody mercy toward others?
  • What does “the Answer” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on divine rescue may discourage personal responsibility.

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