Broken Quote by Anne Lamott
““Holiness has most often been revealed to me in the exquisite pun of the first syllable, in holes- in not enough help, in brokenness, mess. High holy places, with ethereal sounds and stained glass, can massage my illusion of holiness, but in holes and lostness I can pick up the light of small ordinary progress, newly made moments flecked like pepper into the slog and the disruptions.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott, 1999
Spiritual insight often appears in mundane imperfections, not in lofty rituals.
In simple terms: Truth lies in everyday flaws.
Embrace imperfections as spiritual teachers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily chores
- creative work
- personal setbacks
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do small flaws reveal deeper meaning?
- What ordinary moments feel sacred?
May seem dismissive of formal practice.