Brooks Quote by Thomas Brooks
““For a close, remember this, that your life is short, your duties many, your assistance great, and your reward sure; therefore faint not, hold on and hold up, in ways of well-doing, and heaven shall make amends for all.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Shortness of Life," 1665, null
Life is brief, duties many, help valuable, and reward certain; therefore, persevere in good deeds and trust divine justice.
In simple terms: Live well, fulfill duties, trust reward.
Key Takeaway
Act virtuously and trust in eventual justice.
Themes
morality
duty
faith
Mood
solemn
hopeful
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- community service
- ethical decision‑making
- spiritual practice
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay motivated to do good without immediate payoff?
- What does “heaven shall make amends” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Reward may seem delayed or uncertain.
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