Quote by Saint Augustine of Hippo

O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten the dark corners of this neglected dwelling and scatter there Thy cheerful beams.

O Holy Spirit, descend plentifully into my heart. Enlighten

Summary

This quote is a prayerful plea to the Holy Spirit, inviting it to enter the speaker's heart in abundance. It expresses a desire for divine illumination and an appeal for the Spirit to drive away any darkness or neglect that may have taken residence within. The speaker asks for the Spirit's presence to bring joy and positivity, symbolized by the metaphorical "cheerful beams," to the metaphorical dwelling of their heart.

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Happiness

By Saint Augustine of Hippo

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