Creatures Quote by A. D. Gordon
“The love of power comes from a lack of the most important power, that of living a life of eternity with every creature.”
About This Quote
Source Lecture: Ethics symposium, 2018
Power stems from lacking the deeper power of living eternally with all beings.
In simple terms: True power is living harmoniously with all life.
Key Takeaway
Seek eternal, inclusive power.
Themes
ethics
spirituality
interconnectedness
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- environmental activism
- community building
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
eternal life
universal love
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we cultivate lasting power?
- What does living eternally mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Human focus on domination can ignore deeper purpose.
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