A Quote from
Julian of Norwich
The ground of mercy is love, and the working of mercy is our keeping in love.
— Julian of Norwich
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- Commentary
- This quote by Julian of Norwich encapsulates the profound connection between love and mercy, emphasizing that love is the basis from which mercy flows. It speaks to the essential nature of love as the grounding force for acts of mercy, highlighting the inseparable link between the two in the Christian faith.
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- Love is the foundation of mercy, and mercy is expressed through our commitment to love.
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- Love's mercy,
a gift from above,
Keeping us in the embrace of love. - Presentation Suggestions
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- Explore the interconnectedness of love and mercy in Christian teachings
- Illustrate the concept of 'keeping in love' through real-life examples
- Discuss Julian of Norwich's contributions to understanding divine love and mercy
- Encourage reflection on the role of love as the foundation for acts of mercy
- Examine the practical implications of embodying love and mercy in daily life
- Related Bible Verses
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And we have come to know and believe the love that God has for us. God is love; whoever abides in love abides in God, and God in him.He has shown you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you but to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God?But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy,made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in our trespasses. It is by grace you have been saved!Loving devotion and faithfulness have joined together; righteousness and peace have kissed.Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.
- Questions for Reflection and Discussion
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- How does love serve as the foundation for acts of mercy?
- In what ways can we actively keep in love while practicing mercy?
- What role does faith play in understanding the working of mercy?
- How can Julian of Norwich's insights on love and mercy inspire our daily actions?
- What does it mean to embody the ground of mercy in our relationships and interactions?
- How does this quote challenge traditional views of mercy?
- In what ways can love be seen as the driving force behind acts of mercy?
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