If I told you that God speaks to us through our urges so…
““If I told you that God speaks to us through our urges so long as these are safe and proper and totally civilized and don't hurt anyone, what would I be saying? If I told you longing is okay as long as it is within the bounds of what our world considers normal, I would be going counter to my whole tradition. My people discovered divine urges, for goodness' sake. Not namby-pamby urges either. It was loincloth-tearing, harlot-marrying, sacrificing, succumbing, and surrendering kinds of urges. Not without bickering and haggling, I'll grant you, but ultimately urges of the worst kind, the kind that demanded everything.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divine urges can be intense and transgressive, yet they reflect a deep human drive toward profound experiences, not merely polite longing.
In simple terms: Strong urges are part of spiritual life, not just mild desires.
Key Takeaway
Honor deep urges responsibly.
Themes
spirituality
desire
transgression
Mood
introspective
challenging
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- ritual practice
- creative expression
- personal growth
- counseling
Key Concepts
divine impulse
human nature
ethical boundaries
Questions to Reflect On
- What urges feel both sacred and dangerous?
- How can you channel them constructively?
A Different Perspective
Such urges can conflict with societal norms and cause harm if unchecked.