Compassion Quote by Teresa of Ávila
““The Lord has no body now on earth but yours, no hands now but yours, no feet now but yours. Yours are the eyes through which His compassion looks out to the world. Yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good. Yours are the hands with which he is to bless His people.””
About This Quote
It conveys that human bodies become vessels for divine compassion, urging believers to act as Christ’s eyes, hands, and feet in the world.
In simple terms: People are Christ’s instruments.
Key Takeaway
Human actions manifest divine compassion.
Themes
spirituality
service
compassion
embodiment
faith
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
devotional
motivational
When to use this quote
- pastoral counseling
- mission work
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
moral agency
divine presence
Practical Applications
- volunteer coordination
- faith‑based outreach
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing oneself as a divine instrument affect ethical choices?
- What responsibilities arise from this view?
