Cupid has offered his arrows for Jesus to try; He has offered his bow for the game. But Jesus went weeping away, and left him there wondering why.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jesus rejects the offer of romantic or carnal love, choosing a path of sorrow or spiritual devotion instead.
- In plain terms
- Jesus refused Cupid's love because it did not match his purpose.
- What can you take from it?
- Spiritual calling often requires rejecting worldly desires.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What desires did you reject for a higher purpose?
- How do you distinguish between worldly and spiritual love?
Another view
The imagery is abstract and may confuse readers unfamiliar with Christian symbolism.
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