The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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There is no health in those who are displeased by an element in Your creation, just as there was none in me when I was displeased by many things You had made. Because my soul didn't dare to say that my God displeased me, it refused to attribute to You whatever was displeasing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the idea that true health and well-being come from accepting and being at peace with God's creation.
Saint Augustine reflects on the inner turmoil of being displeased with aspects of creation, highlighting that such discontent disrupts one's inner peace and health. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing that dissatisfaction with the world is ultimately dissatisfaction with the divine, and true spiritual health arises from a harmonious acceptance of all that exists.
Themes
HealthDispleasureCreationSpiritualityAcceptance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about mental health and acceptance in a community workshop.
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