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“While doing centering prayer, the practice is to let go of any thought or perception. The priority is to be as silent as possible and when that is not possible to let the noise of the thoughts be the sacred symbol for a while, without analyzing them.” quote by Thomas Keating
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“While doing centering prayer, the practice is to let go of any thought or perception. The priority is to be as silent as possible and when that is not possible to let the noise of the thoughts be the sacred symbol for a while, without analyzing them.”

Thomas Keating

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

The practice invites surrendering thoughts, using any mental noise as a temporary sacred sign without analysis.

In simple terms: Let go of thoughts, use them as a brief symbol, stay silent.

Key Takeaway

Embrace silence, allow thoughts to pass without judgment.

Themes

spirituality mindfulness silence

Mood

calm reflective

Type

instructional spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • stress relief
  • spiritual retreats

Key Concepts

contemplative prayer inner awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you notice the shift from analysis to acceptance?
  • What does “sacred symbol” mean for you?
A Different Perspective

If thoughts dominate, the practice may become mental chatter rather than silence.

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