Justice Quote by Sigrid Undset
““As your pierced hands were stretched out on the cross, O precious Lord of Heaven. No matter how far a soul might stray from the path of righteousness, the pierced hands were stretched out, yearning. Only one thing was needed: that the sinful soul should turn toward the open embrace, freely, like a child who goes to his father and not like a thrall who is chased home to his stern master.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Kristin Lavransdatter, 1920
Divine compassion extends to all sinners, inviting them back to love.
In simple terms: God’s love welcomes every lost soul.
Key Takeaway
Seek forgiveness and return to grace.
Themes
redemption
compassion
spirituality
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- confession
- prayer
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Divine grace
human frailty
pilgrimage
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to truly repent?
- How can we embody unconditional love?
A Different Perspective
faith;personal transformation;challenge;null
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