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“Two years ago, I was saying as I planted seeds in the garden, "I must believe in these seeds, that they fall into the earth and grow into flowers and radishes and beans." It is a miracle to me because I do not understand it. The very fact that they use glib technical phrases does not make it any…” quote by Dorothy Day
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“Two years ago, I was saying as I planted seeds in the garden, "I must believe in these seeds, that they fall into the earth and grow into flowers and radishes and beans." It is a miracle to me because I do not understand it. The very fact that they use glib technical phrases does not make it any less a miracle, and a miracle we all accept. Then why not accept God's miracles?”

Dorothy Day

About This Quote

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

Faith in unseen processes can feel miraculous, yet we accept scientific explanations without questioning their wonder.

In simple terms: We accept miracles of nature without seeing them as divine.

Key Takeaway

Recognize wonder in everyday processes.

Themes

faith miracle science acceptance

Mood

reflective contemplative

Type

spiritual philosophical

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • parenting
  • teaching
  • spiritual reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy theology science communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you see science as a miracle?
  • How does faith shape your view of natural processes?
A Different Perspective

Miracles can be explained, reducing their perceived mystery.

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