While the exact words aren't in your KJV, the spirit is deeply biblical. Consider Psalm 30:5: “Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.” That’s the same promise wrapped in different robes.
Think of it as the Bible’s way of saying: Don’t build a mansion in the middle of a storm, and don’t sell your umbrella on a sunny day. It’s a reminder that your current reality is temporary, whether it’s bliss or bedlam.
This isn’t about denying your feelings; it’s about expanding your perspective. When you’re stuck in traffic, the phrase isn’t a dismissal—it’s a lifeline to patience.
Fun Fact: The Lincoln Connection
Abraham Lincoln famously used this phrase in a speech before the Civil War. He heard it from an Eastern philosopher and used it to comfort a nation. If it worked during a literal civil war, it can work during your Monday morning meeting.
Pop culture loves it too. From Fleetwood Mac’s “Don’t Stop” to modern mindfulness apps, the idea that “this is fleeting” is the ultimate wellness hack. It’s the original mindfulness mantra, long before meditation studios charged $30 a class.
Bible Verse This Too Shall Pass Kjv | Detroit Chinatown
