Bud Quote by William Law
“The sun meets not the springing bud that stretches towards him with half the certainty that God, the source of all good, communicates himself to the soul that longs to partake of him.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spirit of Prayer by William Law, 1749
The soul’s yearning for divine goodness is uncertain, unlike the natural certainty of a bud reaching for the sun.
In simple terms: Spiritual longing is less certain than natural growth.
Key Takeaway
Seek assurance through prayer and reflection.
Themes
faith
spirituality
uncertainty
longing
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- religious study
- seeking comfort in hardship
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
theology
divine communication
human desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture confidence in spiritual growth?
- What practices help bridge the gap between longing and certainty?
A Different Perspective
Divine certainty may feel distant, challenging faith during doubt.
