When the words come, they are merely empty shells without the music. They live as they are sung, for the words are the body and the music the spirit.
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Every creature is a glittering, glistening mirror of Divinity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that all beings reflect the divine essence within them.
Hildegard of Bingen emphasizes the inherent divinity present in all creatures, suggesting that the beauty and uniqueness of each being serve as a reflection of a greater spiritual truth. This perspective encourages a sense of reverence for life and the interconnectedness of all existence, encouraging us to see the divine in ourselves and in others.
Themes
DivinityReflectionCreaturesNatureSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a nature walk to inspire reflection on the beauty of creation.
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All quotes βO, You who are ever giving life to all life, moving all creatures, root of all things, washing them clean, wiping out their mistakes, healing their wounds, You are our true life, luminous, wonderful, awakening the heart from its ancient sleep.
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The fire has its flame and praises God._x000D_ _x000D_ The wind blows the flame and praises God._x000D_ _x000D_ In the voice we hear the word which praises God._x000D_ _x000D_ And the word, when heard, praises God._x000D_ _x000D_ So all of creation is a song of praise to God.
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There is the music of Heaven in all things.
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I welcome all creatures of the world with grace.
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Don't let yourself forget that God's grace rewards not only those who never slip, but also those who bend and fall. So sing! The song of rejoicing softens hard hearts. It makes tears of godly sorrow flow from them. Singing summons the Holy Spirit. Happy praises offered in simplicity and love lead the faithful to complete harmony, without discord. Don't stop singing.
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