One kernel is felt in a hogshead; one drop of water helps to swell the ocean; a spark of fire helps to give light to the world. None are too small, too feeble, too poor to be of service. Think of this and act.
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Yes, thou art ever present, power divine; not circumscribed by time, nor fixed by space, confined to altars, nor to temples bound. In wealth, in want, in freedom, or in chains, in dungeons or on thrones, the faithful find thee.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the idea that a divine presence exists everywhere and is not limited by physical constraints.
Hannah More's quote highlights the omnipresence and accessibility of the divine, emphasizing that spiritual connection is not confined to specific locations or circumstances. Whether one finds themselves in wealth or poverty, freedom or imprisonment, true faith allows individuals to connect with the divine presence at any moment, reminding us that spirituality transcends physical boundaries and societal conditions.
Themes
DivineOmnipresenceFaithSpiritualityFreedom
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of spirituality in personal growth.
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