Poet, Singer, Great Heart, May our God bless your name, And the womb that held you, and the breasts that gave you milk. And may God forgive us all.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A short prayer blessing the creator and asking for forgiveness.
- In plain terms
- It thanks and prays for someone's origin and seeks grace.
- What can you take from it?
- Honor where others come from and ask for mercy.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you wish for others?
- When do you seek forgiveness?
Another view
It is brief and may lack context for full meaning.
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