Amazement Quote by Abraham Joshua Heschel
“Wonder or radical amazement is the chief characteristic of the religious man's attitude toward history and nature.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sabbath, Abraham Joshua Heschel, 1951
A religious person views history and nature with awe and wonder, seeing them as sources of profound amazement.
In simple terms: Awe defines religious view.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate wonder toward the world.
Themes
spirituality
wonder
philosophy
Mood
inspirational
contemplative
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- education
- nature walks
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
awe
radical amazement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can wonder be sustained?
- What role does awe play in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Amazement can be fleeting.
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