Abandonment Quote by Saint Francis de Sales
“There are many who say to the Lord, "I give myself wholly to Thee, without any reserve," but there are few who embrace the practice of this abandonment, which consists in receiving with a certain indifference every sort of event, as it happens in conformity with Divine Providence, as well afflictions as consolations, contempt and reproaches as honor and glory.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Introduction to the Devout Life, 1609
True devotion means surrendering fully to God, accepting all events—good or bad—as part of divine providence without clinging or resistance.
In simple terms: Accept everything as God's will.
Key Takeaway
Embrace all life events with calm trust.
Themes
faith
acceptance
trust
detachment
divine providence
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- career setbacks
- health challenges
- relationship conflicts
Key Concepts
theology
spiritual surrender
stoicism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice indifference without becoming apathetic?
- What does trusting providence look like in daily decisions?
A Different Perspective
It can be hard to remain indifferent when suffering feels unjust.
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