Beggar Quote by William Davenant
“Praise and Prayer PRAISE is devotion fit for mighty minds, The diff'ring world's agreeing sacrifice; Where Heaven divided faiths united finds: But Prayer in various discord upward flies. For Prayer the ocean is where diversely Men steer their course, each to a sev'ral coast; Where all our interests so discordant be That half beg winds by which the rest are lost. By Penitence when we ourselves forsake, 'Tis but in wise design on piteous Heaven; In Praise we nobly give what God may take, And are, without a beggar's blush, forgiven.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "Praise and Prayer", 1650s, published in "The Tempest of the Soul" collection
The poem contrasts divine praise with human prayer, suggesting both guide souls through life's discord and lead to redemption.
In simple terms: Praise and prayer help navigate life's chaos.
Key Takeaway
Seek both gratitude and sincere prayer.
Themes
spirituality
redemption
human struggle
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crises
- moral decision making
- seeking forgiveness
Key Concepts
theology
poetry
inner conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- What role does gratitude play in overcoming hardship?
- How does prayer influence moral choices?
A Different Perspective
Prayer alone cannot solve all problems; action is also required.
