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Blessed is the pilgrim, who in every place, and at all…

“Blessed is the pilgrim, who in every place, and at all times of this his banishment in the body, calling upon the holy name of Jesus, calleth to mind his native heavenly land, where his blessed Master, the King of saints and angels, waiteth to receive him. Blessed is the pilgrim who seeketh not an…” quote by Thomas a Kempis
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“Blessed is the pilgrim, who in every place, and at all times of this his banishment in the body, calling upon the holy name of Jesus, calleth to mind his native heavenly land, where his blessed Master, the King of saints and angels, waiteth to receive him. Blessed is the pilgrim who seeketh not an abiding place unto himself in this world; but longeth to be dissolved, and be with Christ in heaven.”

Thomas a Kempis

About This Quote

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

The pilgrim seeks heavenly belonging, not earthly stability, longing to unite with Christ beyond this life.

In simple terms: True home is spiritual, not physical.

Key Takeaway

Focus on eternal goals over temporary comforts.

Themes

faith pilgrimage eternity

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

religious inspirational

When to use this quote

  • retreats
  • personal prayer
  • missionary work
  • life transitions

Key Concepts

spiritual longing detachment hope

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does one balance earthly duties with spiritual yearning?
  • What practices nurture a sense of heavenly belonging?
A Different Perspective

Worldly attachments can distract from spiritual aims.

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