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“Humble we must be, if to heaven we go; High is the roof there, but the gate is low.” quote by Robert Herrick
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“Humble we must be, if to heaven we go; High is the roof there, but the gate is low.”

Robert Herrick

About This Quote

Source Poem: “To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time” by Robert Herrick, 1648

Humility is required to approach the divine; lofty aspirations must be paired with modest beginnings.

In simple terms: Be humble to reach higher.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate humility before ambition.

Themes

humility spirituality aspiration

Mood

reflective serene

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • seeking spiritual growth
  • career advancement
  • personal development
  • leadership

Key Concepts

self-awareness humility divine pursuit

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does humility affect your goals?
  • What does “low gate” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

Even with humility, external obstacles may still block progress.

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