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“To become who we are as creatures made in the image and likeness of God, we have to be nothing and everything at once, since this is what God is. ... If we accept who we are, we are manifesting God and radiating Christ. The latter unfolding of the divine life within us does not need to go anywhere…” quote by Thomas Keating
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“To become who we are as creatures made in the image and likeness of God, we have to be nothing and everything at once, since this is what God is. ... If we accept who we are, we are manifesting God and radiating Christ. The latter unfolding of the divine life within us does not need to go anywhere or do anything special.”

Thomas Keating

About This Quote

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

We must embrace both emptiness and fullness, reflecting God's nature, to manifest divine life within us.

In simple terms: Accepting our full and empty nature reveals God inside.

Key Takeaway

Live fully while letting go.

Themes

spirituality identity divine nature humility self‑realization

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

mystical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal meditation
  • prayer groups
  • counseling
  • spiritual direction

Key Concepts

Christian mysticism theology self‑transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you hold both humility and purpose?
  • What practices help you feel both empty and whole?
A Different Perspective

Balancing emptiness and fullness can be psychologically challenging.

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