This is the Lord's doing, and it is marvelous in our eyes.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Elizabeth I attributes a current event to divine action that is wondrous to observers.
- In plain terms
- This event is done by the Lord and is amazing to see.
- What can you take from it?
- Miraculous events inspire awe and religious faith.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we explain good fortune?
- What counts as marvelous?
Another view
It assumes a supernatural cause without evidence.
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