If I am not [(in the state of grace)], may God put me there; and if I am, may God so keep me.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She asks God to grant her grace if she lacks it, or to preserve it if she has it.
- In plain terms
- She prays for God to give her grace or keep her in it.
- What can you take from it?
- Seek divine guidance and protection constantly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define grace?
- What do you seek from higher powers?
Another view
It assumes faith in a personal God who responds to requests.
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