Blessing Quote by Will Carleton
“Thanksgiving-day, I fear, If one the solemn truth must touch, Is celebrated, not so much To thank the Lord for blessing o'er, As for the sake of getting more!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Thanksgiving Day, 1870
The poem critiques superficial gratitude, suggesting people thank God more for personal gain than for blessings.
In simple terms: Gratitude should be sincere, not selfish.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine thankfulness.
Themes
gratitude
materialism
faith
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
ethical
reflective
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- holiday reflections
- charitable acts
Key Concepts
theology
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What does authentic gratitude look like for you?
- How can you shift focus from gain to genuine thanks?
A Different Perspective
May ignore systemic issues behind gratitude.
