Accepted Quote by Aiden Wilson Tozer
“Whoever will listen will hear the speaking heaven. This is definitely not the hour when men take kindly to an exhortation to listen, for listening is not today a part of popular religion. We are at the opposite end of the pole from there. Religion has accepted the monstrous heresy that noise, size, activity and bluster make a man dear to God.”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: "The Religion of Listening" (1905)
Modern religion values noise and activity over true listening, which is essential for spiritual connection.
In simple terms: Noise replaces genuine listening in faith.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deep, attentive listening.
Themes
religion
listening
silence
spirituality
culture
Mood
contemplative
critical
hopeful
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal prayer
- meditative practice
- public speaking
Key Concepts
theology
mindfulness
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What does listening teach you about yourself?
- How can you foster silence in worship?
A Different Perspective
Silence may be uncomfortable for many.
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