Desire Quote by Alphonsus Liguori
“"The flowers have appeared in our land: the time of pruning is come: the voice of the turtle-dove is heard in our land." When the soul, like the solitary turtle-dove, retires and recollects itself in meditation to converse with God, then the flowers, that is, good desires, appear; then comes the time of pruning, that is, the correction of faults that are discovered in mental prayer.”
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Treatise: Meditations of a Saint, 18th century
Spiritual meditation reveals inner desires and prompts self‑correction, likened to flowers blooming and pruning.
In simple terms: Meditation brings good desires and reveals faults.
Key Takeaway
Meditate to discover and correct inner faults.
Themes
spirituality
self‑growth
reflection
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual retreats
- guided meditation
Key Concepts
meditation
inner desire
pruning
self‑correction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does meditation change your inner desires?
- What faults become visible in quiet reflection?
A Different Perspective
Meditation may be difficult without guidance or discipline.
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