Truth is something so noble that if God could turn aside from it, I could keep the truth and let God go.
Meister EckhartRead
The outward work will never be puny if the inward work is great.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The significance of your external actions is directly tied to the depth of your inner development.
This quote by Meister Eckhart emphasizes the importance of internal growth and self-awareness in determining the impact of one's actions in the world. It suggests that when a person invests in their inner life—such as their thoughts, feelings, and spiritual understanding—their outward actions will naturally reflect that depth and carry more weight, leading to meaningful contributions to society.
Themes
GrowthInner WorkActionsMeaningImpact
In practice
Example use cases
In a self-improvement workshop, one might say, 'Remember, the outward work will never be puny if the inward work is great.'
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