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Grant Quotes

Sayings built around the word grant, from prayer to praise.

These grant quotes move between an old prayer asking to be granted humility and lighter mentions of authors who happen to share the name Grant. It's a word that shifts meaning depending on who's speaking. Compare it with our Command collection for a related angle on asking and receiving.

'Mira Grant' is actually my pseudonym. And 'Seanan' is pronounced 'SHAWN-in.'

Quotes by Seanan McGuire

Grant what thou commandest and then command what thou wilt.

Quotes by Saint Augustine

The Lord grant we may all be tillers of the soil.

Nikolai Gogol

'The Invisibles' by Grant Morrison is my favorite series of all time.

Quotes by Brea Grant

Actually Quotes

I loved Bud Grant.

Quotes by Archie Manning

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the different meanings of "grant" explored on this page?
The quotes use grant in several ways: an old prayer asking to be granted humility, a formal request tied to obedience and command, and simply the surname of writers like Grant Morrison. It's a nice example of one word carrying very different weights.
Is there a quote about being granted something in prayer?
Yes, one line asks that everyone be granted the humble role of tending the soil, framing being granted something as a form of quiet devotion. See our Command quotes for more on that theme.
Who are the authors named Grant mentioned here?
The page references Mira Grant, revealed as a pen name for a well-known author, and Grant Morrison, praised as the writer behind a favorite comic series. Both show up as creative rather than literal grants.
Why is Mira Grant's real identity relevant to this page?
It's included because one quote directly addresses the pseudonym, clarifying how it's pronounced and used by the author. It's a lighter, wordplay-driven entry compared to the prayer-themed lines.
What's the connection between granting and commanding in these quotes?
One quote pairs the two directly, asking to be granted something and then offering command in return, treating granting and commanding as linked acts of will. Browse our Favorite quotes for more personal picks like the Grant Morrison mention.

Some of these lines are genuinely about being granted something, while others simply reference a person named Grant. Check the Actually and Favorite pages for more wordplay-driven topics.