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Man hurries, God does not. That is why man's works are…

“Man hurries, God does not. That is why man's works are uncertain and maimed, while God's are flawless and sure. My eyes welling with tears, I vowed never to transgress this eternal law again. Like a tree I would be blasted by wind, struck by sun and rain, and would wait with confidence; the…” quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
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“Man hurries, God does not. That is why man's works are uncertain and maimed, while God's are flawless and sure. My eyes welling with tears, I vowed never to transgress this eternal law again. Like a tree I would be blasted by wind, struck by sun and rain, and would wait with confidence; the long-desired hour of flowering and fruit would come.”

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.

Human haste leads to imperfect outcomes, while divine timing yields perfect results; patience aligns us with natural cycles.

In simple terms: Rushing causes flaws; waiting brings perfection.

Key Takeaway

Embrace patience and trust natural timing.

Themes

patience faith humility trust timing

Mood

reflective calm spiritual

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • spiritual practice
  • creative projects
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

divine order human limitation natural cycles

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance urgency with patience?
  • What areas of your life need more natural timing?
A Different Perspective

Patience may conflict with urgent demands of modern life.

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