More company increases happiness, but does not lighten or diminish misery.
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To think well is to serve God in the interior court.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Thinking deeply and wisely is a way to serve a higher purpose or divine presence.
This quote by Thomas Traherne suggests that the act of profound and thoughtful contemplation is not only a personal endeavor but also a spiritual duty. It emphasizes the value of intellectual and spiritual engagement as a means of connecting with and serving a higher power within oneself and the universe.
Themes
ThinkingServeGodInteriorSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation retreat, I shared this quote to emphasize the importance of deep thinking.
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