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“If I penetrate to the depths of my existence, the indefinable, am, that is myself in its deepest roots, then through this deep center I pass into the infinite I am, which is the very nature of the Almighty.” quote by Thomas Merton
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““If I penetrate to the depths of my existence, the indefinable, am, that is myself in its deepest roots, then through this deep center I pass into the infinite I am, which is the very nature of the Almighty.””

Thomas Merton

About This Quote

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

Deep self‑exploration leads to unity with the divine, revealing the soul’s infinite nature.

In simple terms: Knowing yourself connects you to God.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner depth to find spiritual unity.

Themes

spirituality self‑knowledge divine unity

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • meditation retreats
  • theological study
  • personal crisis
  • creative art

Key Concepts

mysticism existential inquiry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you experience this depth practically?
  • What does “infinite I am” mean for you?
A Different Perspective

Such mystic language can be abstract and hard to apply daily.

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