I walk, I lift up, I lift up heart, eyes, Down all that glory in the heavens to glean our Saviour.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hopkins describes a spiritual journey where he lifts his gaze to find the Saviour in heavenly glory.
- In plain terms
- He looks to the sky to find his spiritual saviour.
- What can you take from it?
- Look upward to find spiritual purpose.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you seek when you look up?
- How do you find meaning?
Another view
It assumes a specific religious goal that may not apply to everyone.
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