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“...liberation from constraints that operate at the level of ordinary humanity---limits imposed by space and time, by the needs of the body, and by the opaqueness of the computer-like mind. All three examples [Jacob Lorber, Edgar Cayce, and Therese Neumann] illustrates the paradoxical truth that…” quote by E. F. Schumacher
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“...liberation from constraints that operate at the level of ordinary humanity---limits imposed by space and time, by the needs of the body, and by the opaqueness of the computer-like mind. All three examples [Jacob Lorber, Edgar Cayce, and Therese Neumann] illustrates the paradoxical truth that such 'higher powers' cannot be acquired by any kind of attack or conquest conducted by the human personality; only when the striving for 'power' has entirely ceased and been replaced by a certain transcendental longing, often called the love of God, may they, or may they not be 'added unto you.”

E. F. Schumacher

About This Quote

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

True spiritual power arises not from forceful effort but from surrendering personal ambition and cultivating a deep, loving longing for the divine.

In simple terms: Spiritual power comes from letting go and loving God.

Key Takeaway

Release control, seek love.

Themes

spirituality humility transcendence

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • meditation
  • creative work
  • stress relief

Key Concepts

non‑dualism inner peace divine love

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you let go of personal ambition?
  • What does love of God mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Power cannot be forced; it may remain elusive without genuine surrender.

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