On Cloud Nine
We love life on cloud nine. Something wonderful happens, and we feel on top of the world.
On cloud nine, we experience extreme happiness.
We burst with joy because of those special moments.
- Graduation after years of hard work and study
- A job promotion
- Marriage to the love of our life
- The birth of a long-awaited child or grandchild
- Cure from serious illness
Opinions vary on the origin of on cloud nine.
According to The Phrase Finder and The Free Dictionary, possible explanations relate to:
- Classifications of clouds by the United States Weather Bureau
- Stages of enlightenment in Buddhism
- Nine as a mystical number
Other explanations also exist. The Phrase Finder says the phrase probably began as a “‘head in the clouds’ dreaminess” rather than happiness.
Whether on cloud nine or down in the dumps, life can be good.
A good life does not depend upon circumstances, clouds, personal enlightenment, or numbers. Rather, it comes from Jesus’ offer of eternal love, hope, peace, and joy if we trust in Him. That is the promise of Easter.
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him” (Romans 15:13 NIV).
Thanks to Brad Leverett for the suggestion.
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