For me Christ was not to be bought for thirty pieces of silver but with my heart's blood. We buy not cheap in this market.
Dorothy DayRead
We cannot love God unless we love each other, and to love we must know each other. We know Him in the breaking of bread, and we know each other in the breaking of bread, and we are not alone anymore. Heaven is a banquet and life is a banquet, too, even with a crust, where there is companionship.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True love for God is intertwined with love for others, and communal experiences deepen our relationships.
This quote by Dorothy Day highlights the interconnectedness of love for God and love for fellow human beings. She suggests that genuine love cannot exist in isolation; it flourishes in the knowledge of one another, particularly through shared experiences, such as breaking bread together. By emphasizing companionship and communal dining, she illustrates that even the simplest acts of togetherness can bring profound joy and a sense of belonging in life.
Themes
LoveCompanionshipCommunityBreaking BreadGod
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a community meeting to emphasize the importance of relationships.
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