Bless Quote by Teresa of Avila
“Christ has no body now but yours. No hands, no feet on earth but yours. Yours are the eyes through which he looks compassion on this world. Yours are the feet with which he walks to do good. Yours are the hands through which he blesses all the world. Yours are the hands, yours are the feet, yours are the eyes, you are his body. Christ has no body now on earth but yours.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Spiritual Teachings of Saint Teresa of Avila, 16th century
Christ lives through each person’s actions, senses, and compassion, making every individual a vessel of divine love and service.
In simple terms: People embody Christ by acting with love and compassion.
Key Takeaway
Live as Christ’s hands, feet, and eyes.
Themes
service
compassion
spirituality
identity
humility
Mood
reflective
inspired
hopeful
Type
spiritual
motivational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- caregiving
- activism
- daily kindness
- community service
Key Concepts
incarnation
vicarious presence
ethical embodiment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embody compassion in daily tasks?
- What does being Christ’s hands mean for you?
A Different Perspective
It may overlook systemic issues that require collective action beyond individual deeds.
