Our birth is but a sleep and a forgetting. Not in entire forgetfulness, and not in utter nakedness, but trailing clouds of glory do we come.
William WordsworthRead
It is our very search, our lust for the miraculous and magical, that hides from us the truth that simply to be, simply to know I am, is already the miracle that we seek. Everything, as it is, is perfect, but you must stop seeing it as if in a mirror, as if in a dream.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that the true miracle of existence lies in simply being and recognizing our own reality, rather than seeking external wonders.
Albert Low suggests that our constant search for extraordinary experiences and miracles obscures the simple truth of existence itself. He advocates for a shift in perspective, urging us to recognize that just being alive and aware is a remarkable miracle, and that everything around us is inherently perfect if we can see it clearly, without the illusions of our expectations or dreams.
Themes
MiracleExistenceRealityPerceptionTruth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used as a reflection during a meditation class to emphasize self-awareness.
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