All the goods of this world...are finite and limited and…
“All the goods of this world...are finite and limited and radically incapable of satisfying the desire that perpetually burns within us for an infinite and perfect good.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Worldly goods are limited and cannot satisfy the endless human yearning for an infinite, perfect good.
In simple terms: Material things are insufficient for deep desire.
Key Takeaway
Pursue transcendent fulfillment.
Themes
desire
spirituality
materialism
limits
Mood
contemplative
yearning
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- spiritual practice
- philosophical inquiry
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
infinite good
human longing
Questions to Reflect On
- What infinite good do you seek?
- How do you balance material needs with spiritual yearning?
A Different Perspective
Infinite desire may lead to frustration if unmet.