NOT, I’ll not, carrion comfort, Despair, not feast on thee; Not untwist—slack they may be—these last strands of man In me ór, most weary, cry I can no more. I can; Can something, hope, wish day come, not choose not to be.
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And though we do have him before our eyes, masked in the Sacred Host, at mass and Benediction and within our lips receive him at communion, yet to hear of him and dwell on the thought of him will do us good.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the importance of reflecting on one's faith and the presence of the divine in everyday practices.
In this quote, Gerard Manley Hopkins emphasizes that even though one can physically encounter the divine in religious rituals, such as mass and communion, it is equally important to reflect upon and contemplate the nature of this presence. This thoughtful engagement can lead to spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of faith.
Themes
FaithReflectionSpiritualityDevotionCommunion
In practice
Example use cases
During a religious retreat, this quote could be shared to encourage deeper contemplation on one's faith.
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