Amen Quote by Robert Herrick
“Here a little child I stand, Heaving up my either hand; Cold as paddocks though they be, Here I lift them up to Thee, for a benison to fall on our meat, and on us all. Amen.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Country Girl, 1648
A child offers a prayer for blessings on food and people, showing humility and gratitude.
In simple terms: Child prays for blessings on food.
Key Takeaway
Offer thanks for daily sustenance.
Themes
humility
gratitude
faith
community
Mood
reflective
solemn
Type
spiritual
literary
When to use this quote
- family meals
- religious gatherings
- thanksgiving
- daily routines
Key Concepts
prayer
blessing
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How does gratitude change daily life?
- What role does prayer play in your routine?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as overly formal for modern audiences.
