--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I thought, He must forebear to reveal His…" description: "\"I thought, He must forebear to reveal His power and glory by presenting Himself as Himself, and must be present only in the ordinary miracle of the exi..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0ad/wendell-berry-236_beautiful_i-thought-he-must-forebear-to-reveal-his_339277.jpg" --- # I thought, He must forebear to reveal His power and glory… ![“I thought, He must forebear to reveal His power and glory by presenting Himself as Himself, and must be present only in the ordinary miracle of the existence of His creatures. Those who wish to see Him must see Him in the poor, the hungry, the hurt, the wordless creatures, the groaning and…” quote by Wendell Berry](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0ad/wendell-berry-236_beautiful_i-thought-he-must-forebear-to-reveal-his_339277.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0ad/wendell-berry-236_beautiful_i-thought-he-must-forebear-to-reveal-his_339277.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/0ad/wendell-berry-236_beautiful_i-thought-he-must-forebear-to-reveal-his_339277.jpg) > “I thought, He must forebear to reveal His power and glory by presenting Himself as Himself, and must be present only in the ordinary miracle of the existence of His creatures. Those who wish to see Him must see Him in the poor, the hungry, the hurt, the wordless creatures, the groaning and travailing beautiful world.” [Wendell Berry](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/wendell-berry/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Divine presence is found in humble, suffering creatures and everyday miracles, urging compassion for the vulnerable. **In simple terms:** God is seen in the poor and suffering. Key Takeaway Seek compassion in ordinary life. Themes compassion humility spirituality environment social justice Mood thoughtful reverent Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - volunteering - activism - care for nature - supporting the needy Key Concepts theology ecology empathy Questions to Reflect On - What everyday moments reveal deeper meaning? - How can you act on this compassion? 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