Erring, I wandered in the wilderness, In passion's grave nigh sinking, powerless; Now deeply I repent, in sore distress, That I kept not the statutes of the King!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker regrets straying from divine law, feeling powerless and distressed.
- In plain terms
- I regret breaking the king’s laws and feel helpless.
- What can you take from it?
- Adhere to higher authority to avoid remorse.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What is the balance between law and personal conscience?
Another view
Strict adherence can suppress personal conscience.
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