…though I wouldn’t have admitted it, even to myself, I…
“…though I wouldn’t have admitted it, even to myself, I didn’t want God aboard. He was too heavy. I wanted Him approving from a considerable distance. I didn’t want to be thinking of Him. I wanted to be free—like Gypsy. I wanted life itself, the color and fire and loveliness of life. And Christ now and then, like a loved poem I could read when I wanted to. I didn’t want us to be swallowed up in God. I wanted holidays from the school of Christ.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker desires freedom from constant divine presence, craving personal autonomy while still valuing occasional spiritual connection.
In simple terms: He wants distance from God yet occasional inspiration.
Key Takeaway
Balance personal freedom with spiritual moments.
Themes
spirituality
autonomy
longing
Mood
contemplative
conflicted
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual seeking
- creative work
Key Concepts
theology
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does spiritual distance mean for you?
- How can one honor both freedom and faith?
A Different Perspective
Too much distance can lead to isolation and loss of grounding.