Awaken Quote by Therese of Lisieux
“Life is only a dream: soon, we shall awaken. And what joy! The greater our sufferings, the more limitless our glory. Oh! do not let us waste the trial Jesus sends.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence with a Spiritual Friend, 1895
She reflects that suffering deepens glory and that we should not waste the trials sent by Jesus.
In simple terms: Suffering can lead to greater glory.
Key Takeaway
Embrace trials as spiritual growth.
Themes
faith
suffering
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal hardship
- religious practice
- life challenges
Key Concepts
theology
redemptive suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you find purpose in hardship?
- What does “glory” mean in everyday life?
A Different Perspective
Not all suffering is meaningful; interpretation varies.
