Thus Angels' Bread is made The Bread of man today: The Living Bread from Heaven With figures doth away: O wondrous gift indeed! The poor and lowly may Upon their Lord and Master feed.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Religious hymn describing the Eucharist as divine bread available to all people.
- In plain terms
- Holy bread from heaven is for everyone, including the poor.
- What can you take from it?
- Divine gifts are accessible to all people regardless of status.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How is spiritual food shared?
- What does this bread represent?
Another view
The metaphorical language may be unclear to non-religious readers.
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