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“God is action, complete with mistakes, fumblings, persistence, agony. God is not the power that has found eternal equilibrium, but the power that is forever breaking every equilibrium, forever searching for a higher one.” quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
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“God is action, complete with mistakes, fumblings, persistence, agony. God is not the power that has found eternal equilibrium, but the power that is forever breaking every equilibrium, forever searching for a higher one.”

Nikos Kazantzakis

About This Quote

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

God is dynamic, making mistakes, persisting, and constantly breaking equilibrium to seek higher truths.

In simple terms: God is an ever‑changing force.

Key Takeaway

Accept imperfection as divine.

Themes

theology imperfection growth

Mood

thoughtful provocative

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • faith discussions
  • philosophical debates
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

divine dynamism spiritual quest

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “breaking equilibrium” mean?
  • How does this view affect worship?
A Different Perspective

May conflict with static doctrines.

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