Believe Quote by Robert Nathan
“Give thanks for sorrow that teaches you pity; for pain that teaches you courage-and give exceedingly thanks for the mystery which remains a mystery still-the veil that hides you from the infinite, which makes it possible for you to believe in what you cannot see.”
About This Quote
Sorrow teaches empathy, pain builds courage, and mystery sustains faith in the unseen, encouraging gratitude for each.
In simple terms: Sorrow, pain, and mystery each have value.
Be grateful for the lessons hidden in hardship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- spiritual practice
- creative work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What mystery in your life fuels hope?
- How does pain shape your compassion?
Overemphasizing mystery can lead to fatalism.