I prefer to be a dreamer among the humblest, with visions to be realized, than lord among those without dreams and desires.
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Our God, who art our winged self, it is thy will in us that willeth. _x000D_ It is thy desire in us that desireth. _x000D_ It is thy urge in us that would turn our nights, which are thine, into days which are thine also. _x000D_ We cannot ask thee for aught, for thou knowest our needs before they are born in us: _x000D_ Thou art our need; and in giving us more of thyself thou givest us all.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the divine connection between God and humanity, suggesting that our true desires stem from a higher power.
Khalil Gibran's quote reflects the idea that our deepest urges and needs are intrinsically linked to a divine source. In recognizing that God is the essence of our innermost desires, the quote illustrates that true fulfillment comes not from seeking external wants but from embracing and understanding this connection. The notion that we cannot request anything from God because He already knows our needs emphasizes a profound trust in the divine will, suggesting that all we require is inherent within our relationship with the Creator.
Themes
GodDesireDivineNeedSelf
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote during a spiritual retreat to encourage reflection on the divine within us.
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