Cry Quote by St. Jerome
“For it is good to cleave to God, and to put our hopes in the Lord, so that, when we have exchanged this poor life for the kingdom of heaven, we may cry aloud: 'Whom have I in heaven but thee? There is none upon earth that I desire beside thee.' Assuredly, when we have found such wealth in heaven, we may well grieve to have sought after poor passing pleasures here on earth.”
About This Quote
Source Biblical Commentary: Commentary on Psalms, St. Jerome, 4th century
Clinging to God offers true wealth, making earthly pleasures seem empty, and even grief becomes a sign of longing for divine love.
In simple terms: God is ultimate treasure; earthly joys are fleeting.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize spiritual devotion over material desire.
Themes
faith
spirituality
longing
grief
heavenly hope
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- confession
- counseling
- life crisis
Key Concepts
theology
detachment
divine love
Questions to Reflect On
- What does 'wealth in heaven' mean to you?
- How can you balance earthly responsibilities with spiritual devotion?
A Different Perspective
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