Be such a man, and live such a life, that if every man were such as you, and every life a life like yours, this earth would be God's Paradise.
Phillips BrooksRead
Every one of us is a mystic. We may or may not realize it, we may not even like it. But whether we know it or not, whether we accept it or not, mystical experience is always there, inviting us on a journey of ultimate discovery. We have been given the gift of life in this perplexing world to become who we ultimately are: creatures of boundless love, caring compassion, and wisdom. Existence is a summons to the eternal journey of the sage - the sage we all are, if only we could see.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that each person has an inherent mystical aspect that invites them to discover their true selves and potential for love and wisdom.
Wayne Teasdale's quote emphasizes the universal nature of the mystical experience that resides within each individual, regardless of their awareness or acceptance of it. He suggests that life in this complex world is an opportunity to embark on a journey toward becoming our true selves, which are filled with love, compassion, and wisdom. This journey, which he refers to as the eternal journey of the sage, is accessible to all, urging us to look beyond our immediate perceptions to discover the deeper, more profound aspects of our existence.
Themes
MysticismJourneySelf-DiscoveryLoveWisdomLife
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during a meditation workshop to encourage participants to explore their inner selves.
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