God is infinite and without end, but the soul's desire is…
“God is infinite and without end, but the soul's desire is an abyss which cannot be filled except by a Good which is infinite; and the more ardently the soul longeth after God, the more she wills to long after him; for God is a Good without drawback, and a well of living water without bottom, and the soul is made in the image of God, and therefore it is created to know and love God.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The soul longs for the infinite divine, and the deeper the yearning, the more it reveals the boundless nature of God.
In simple terms: The soul seeks endless divine love.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the infinite love within.
Themes
spirituality
longing
divine love
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
theological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer practice
- meditative contemplation
- seeking purpose
- spiritual crisis
Key Concepts
mysticism
theology
infinite desire
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your yearning shape your actions?
- Can you find contentment while still yearning?
A Different Perspective
Human desire may never be fully satisfied, leading to perpetual yearning.