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And it seems to me a blasphemy to say that the Holy Spirit…

“And it seems to me a blasphemy to say that the Holy Spirit is Love. In the Old Testament it is an Eagle: in the New it is a Dove.Christ insists on the Dove: but in His supreme moments He includes the Eagle.” quote by D. H. Lawrence
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“And it seems to me a blasphemy to say that the Holy Spirit is Love. In the Old Testament it is an Eagle: in the New it is a Dove.Christ insists on the Dove: but in His supreme moments He includes the Eagle.”

D. H. Lawrence

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

He argues the Holy Spirit embodies both love (dove) and power (eagle), rejecting a single‑symbol view.

In simple terms: Spirit mixes love and strength.

Key Takeaway

Embrace duality in faith.

Themes

spirituality duality religion symbolism

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

essay theological

When to use this quote

  • personal worship
  • interfaith dialogue
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

theology mythology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile love and power in your beliefs?
  • Can symbols coexist without conflict?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on one symbol can limit understanding.

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