Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe.
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As the sun shines both on the cedar and the smallest flower, so the Divine sun illumines each soul.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the idea that every soul, regardless of its stature, is valued and enlightened by the Divine.
Therese of Lisieux highlights the inherent worth of every individual by comparing the Divine to the sun, which shines equally on both grand and humble creations of nature. This notion reassures us that no matter our impact or significance in society, we all receive illumination and love from a higher power, emphasizing that every soul holds value and beauty.
Themes
DivineIlluminationSoulValueEquality
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about self-worth, one might use this quote to illustrate the idea that everyone is cherished equally by the Divine.
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Everything is a grace, everything is the direct effect of our Father's love - difficulties, contradictions, humiliations, all the soul's miseries, her burdens, her needs - everything, because through them, she learns humility, realizes her weakness. Everything is a grace because everything is God's gift. Whatever be the character of life or its unexpected events - to the heart that loves, all is well.
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