Catholic Quote by Robert Southwell
““Gift better than Himself God doth not know, Gift better than God no man can see; This gift doth here the giver given bestow Gift to this gift let each receiver be; God is my gift, Himself He freely gave me, God's gift am I, and none but God shall have me.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Holy Sonnets, 1595
The poem reflects on the paradox of divine gifts, suggesting that true gifts are beyond human comprehension and that we are themselves gifts from God.
In simple terms: Divine gifts are mysterious and we are gifts from God.
Key Takeaway
Recognize your worth as a divine gift.
Themes
spirituality
humility
selfworth
Mood
reverent
contemplative
Type
poetic
theological
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- prayer
- meditation
- teaching
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
theology
paradox
gift theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing yourself as a divine gift affect your actions?
- What responsibilities arise from this view?
A Different Perspective
The notion of being a gift may be challenged by secular perspectives.
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