--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: God in His mercy and in His infinite and…" description: "\"“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 ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d2/robert-bruce-110609_compassion_god-in-his-mercy-and-in-his-infinite-and_2980304.jpg" --- # God in His mercy and in His infinite and bottomless… ![“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](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d2/robert-bruce-110609_compassion_god-in-his-mercy-and-in-his-infinite-and_2980304.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d2/robert-bruce-110609_compassion_god-in-his-mercy-and-in-his-infinite-and_2980304.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0d2/robert-bruce-110609_compassion_god-in-his-mercy-and-in-his-infinite-and_2980304.jpg) > ““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 This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Describes God's mercy as a protective, nurturing force, likening believers to chicks under a hen’s wing. **In simple terms:** God’s mercy gathers and protects believers. Key Takeaway Seek divine compassion and protection. Themes mercy compassion spiritual care Mood reverent comforting Type Compassion:1 Mercy:1 God Mercy:1 Infinite Mercy:1 Bottomless Compassion:1 Mercy Infinite:1 When to use this quote - personal prayer - community worship - spiritual counseling - mental health support Key Concepts theology pastoral care Questions to Reflect On - How does divine mercy comfort you? - What does being under the wing mean to you? 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