In one of the Upanishads it says, when the glow of a…
“In one of the Upanishads it says, when the glow of a sunset holds you and you say 'Aha,' that is the recognition of the divinity. And when you say 'Aha' to an art object, that is a recognition of divinity. And what divinity is it? It is your divinity, which is the only divinity there is. We are all phenomenal manifestations of a divine will to live, and that will and the consciousness of life is one in all of us, and that is what artwork expresses.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Recognition of divinity occurs in moments of awe, like sunsets or art, reflecting our own inner divine nature expressed through creativity.
In simple terms: Awe reveals our inner divine nature expressed through art.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate awe to connect with self.
Themes
spirituality
art
self-realization
Mood
inspired
contemplative
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- meditation
- art appreciation
- creative practice
- nature walks
Key Concepts
mythology
consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments spark your 'Aha' feeling?
- How does art reflect your inner self?
A Different Perspective
Awe can be fleeting; not everyone experiences it similarly.