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Love longs to be free, a stranger to every worldly desire…

“Love longs to be free, a stranger to every worldly desire, lest its inner vision become dimmed, and lest worldly self-interest hinder it or ill-fortune cast it down.” quote by Thomas a Kempis
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“Love longs to be free, a stranger to every worldly desire, lest its inner vision become dimmed, and lest worldly self-interest hinder it or ill-fortune cast it down.”

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.

Love seeks freedom from worldly desires, fearing that material interests dim its inner vision.

In simple terms: Love wants freedom from materialism.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize love over selfish desires.

Themes

love freedom spirituality

Mood

reflective spiritual

Type

philosophical religious

When to use this quote

  • spiritual practice
  • personal relationships
  • ethical decisions

Key Concepts

detachment inner vision

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you practice detachment?
  • What worldly desires hinder love?
A Different Perspective

May be idealistic.

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