Blessings we enjoy daily, and for the most of them, because they be so common, men forget to pay their praises. [and miss much of their benefits from grateful appreciation]
Izaak WaltonRead
Of this blest man, let his just praise be given,_x000D_ _x000D_ Heaven was in him, before he was in Heaven.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the idea that a person can embody heavenly qualities in life before reaching an afterlife.
The quote suggests that true goodness, virtue, and a sense of peace can exist within a person during their earthly life, highlighting the notion that one's character and actions can reflect heavenly ideals even before their physical existence comes to an end. It encourages us to cultivate inner qualities that elevate our lives and the lives of others around us.
Themes
HeavenVirtueCharacterLifeGoodness
In practice
Example use cases
In a eulogy to celebrate someone's life, one might say: 'Of this blest man, let his just praise be given...'
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