Truth is something so noble that if God could turn aside from it, I could keep the truth and let God go.
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God is in all things, but so far as God is Divine and so far as He is rational, God is nowhere so properly as in the soul - in the innermost of the soul
Interpretation
What this quote means
God's presence is most fully realized within the depths of the human soul.
This quote by Meister Eckhart suggests that while God is present in all aspects of creation, His true divinity and rationality are best found within the human soul. It highlights the idea that introspection and self-awareness lead to a deeper understanding of the divine, emphasizing the importance of inner spirituality over external expressions of faith.
Themes
GodSoulDivinitySpiritualityInner Self
In practice
Example use cases
During a spiritual retreat, this quote can be used to encourage participants to explore their inner selves.
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