I’ve got to push everything out of mind save the name of…
“I’ve got to push everything out of mind save the name of Jesus. I say His name over and over again, for as long as fifteen minutes, until I find my soul suspended in what the ancient Celtic Christians called a “thin place”–a state where the boundary between heaven and earth, divine and human, dissolves. You could say that I use the name of Jesus as my koan.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Repeating Jesus’ name can create a deep meditative state where spiritual and material worlds feel unified.
In simple terms: Repeating Jesus’ name helps reach a deep spiritual focus.
Key Takeaway
Use repeated prayer to quiet the mind.
Themes
spirituality
meditation
faith
inner peace
Mood
contemplative
peaceful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- quiet time
- spiritual retreats
- stress relief
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
koan practice
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does repeated prayer affect your mental state?
- Can a name become a meditative anchor?
A Different Perspective
May not work for non‑believers or those seeking rational coping strategies.