The earth has grown old with its burden of care, But at Christmas it always is young.
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We never become truly spiritual by sitting down and wishing to become so. You must undertake something so great that you cannot accomplish it unaided.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True spirituality requires action and effort beyond mere desire.
Phillips Brooks emphasizes that simply wishing for spiritual growth is insufficient; one must engage in substantial endeavors that challenge their abilities and require assistance from others. This notion asserts that spiritual development is a journey that involves active participation and collaboration, rather than passive contemplation.
Themes
SpiritualityActionGrowthEndeavorAssistance
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used to inspire participants in a spiritual retreat.
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