It is of the very nature of partial seeing that we cannot…
““It is of the very nature of partial seeing that we cannot see all the reconciliation of the parts we see, because it is only in the whole that they are one, and we do not see the whole. The word we form cannot wholly express God: only the Word He generates can do that. To be irked at this necessary darkness is as though we were irked at not being God.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human perception is limited; we cannot fully grasp divine truth through partial understanding, only the divine Word can convey it.
In simple terms: We see only parts, not the whole divine truth.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery; seek deeper insight.
Themes
theology
perception
humility
Mood
reflective
humble
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Personal meditation
- theological study
- interfaith dialogue
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
Epistemology
Divine mystery
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Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle uncertainty in belief?
- What practices help you appreciate mystery?
A Different Perspective
Human attempts to fully define God may lead to arrogance.