Truth is something so noble that if God could turn aside from it, I could keep the truth and let God go.
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The most powerful prayer, one wellnigh omnipotent, and the worthiest work of all is the outcome of a quiet mind. The quieter it is the more powerful, the worthier, the deeper, the more telling and more perfect the prayer is.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A powerful prayer stems from a calm and tranquil mind, enhancing its effectiveness and depth.
Meister Eckhart emphasizes the importance of a quiet mind in achieving a truly powerful prayer. The quieter the mind, the more potent the prayer becomes, suggesting that inner peace allows for a deeper connection with the divine and greater clarity in one’s intentions and desires.
Themes
PrayerQuiet MindPowerPeaceSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation session, I felt the essence of the quote, realizing how peace enhances my prayers.
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