This is what extremely grieves us, that a man who never fought Should contrive our fees to pilfer, on who for his native land Never to this day had oar, or lance, or blister in his hand.
AristophanesRead
Lord, where shall I find you? Your place is lofty and secret. And where shall I not find you? The whole earth is full of your glory! You are found in our innermost heart, yet you fixed earth's boundaries. You are a strong tower for those who are near and the trust of those who go far. I have sought to come near you; I have called to you with all my heart; and when I went out towards you, I found you coming towards me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the search for divine presence and the realization that it can be found both within oneself and throughout the world.
Judah Halevi reflects on the profound relationship between humanity and the divine, emphasizing that while God may seem distant and lofty, His presence permeates the entire earth. The quote conveys a journey of spiritual seeking, illustrating that earnest effort to connect with the divine often results in discovering that God is not only immanent in the natural world but also present within our hearts, reinforcing the idea of a personal relationship with the divine that is accessible to all, whether close or far.
Themes
DivineSpiritualityHeartPresenceSearchGlory
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon discussing the relationship between God and humanity.
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