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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You need seek God neither below or above.He is no farther away than the door of the heart.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that God is accessible within ourselves rather than in distant places.
Meister Eckhart highlights the idea that spiritual connection and understanding of God should not be sought in external locations, such as heaven or the earthly realm, but instead can be found within ourselves, close to our innermost feelings and thoughts. It encourages introspection and the notion that divine presence is intimately tied to our own hearts and consciousness.
Themes
GodHeartSpiritualityIntrospectionAccessibility
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a church sermon to emphasize personal spirituality.
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