Quote by G. K. Chesterton, A Hymn (first
O God of earth and altar, Bow down and hear our cry, Our earthly rulers falter, Our people drift and die; The walls of gold entomb us, The swords of scorn divide, Take not thy thunder from us, But take away our pride.
Summary
This quote signifies a plea to God for divine intervention in a troubled world. The speaker acknowledges the failings of earthly rulers and the consequences society faces. They highlight the influence of wealth and division, urging God not to spare the consequences (thunder) but rather strip away the destructive force of pride. This emphasizes the need for humility and unity as a solution to societal decline and a call for divine guidance in restoring a just and harmonious order.