Source of happiness Quote by William Somerset Maugham
““Philip looked up quickly. His lips tightened. He remembered how for months, trusting in what they told him, he had implored God to heal him as He had healed the Leper and made the Blind to see. “As long as you accept it rebelliously it can only cause you shame. But if you looked upon it as a cross that was given you to bear only because your shoulders were strong enough to bear it, a sign of God’s favour, then it would be a source of happiness to you instead of misery.” He””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Of Human Bondage by William Somerset Maugham, 1915
Accepting hardship as a sign of strength transforms suffering into purpose and joy.
In simple terms: Seeing pain as a sign of strength brings happiness.
Key Takeaway
Reframe challenges as meaningful tests.
Themes
resilience
faith
purpose
suffering
happiness
Mood
reflective
hopeful
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- illness recovery
- spiritual doubt
- career setbacks
Key Concepts
existentialism
theology
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you view your struggles as personal failures or as opportunities for growth?
- How can you balance acceptance with the desire for change?
A Different Perspective
It may ignore systemic causes of suffering and overemphasize individual endurance.
