Jeremiah 8:22
When a severe hailstorm hits Avonlea, Davy claims that he was not frightened.
“I only squealed once,” said Davy proudly. “My garden was all smashed flat,” he continued mournfully, “but so was Dora’s,” he added in a tone which indicated that there was yet balm in Gilead.
-Anne of Avonlea ch.24
Balm in Gilead is a phrase that comes from the Bible, and means that there is still hope.
Jeremiah 8:22
King James Bible
Is there no balm in Gilead?
Is there no physician there?
Why then has not the health of the daughter of my people been restored?
Source
King James Bible
Last modified: January 10, 2009
