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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…” quote by Anne Lamott
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““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.””

Anne Lamott

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.

Key Takeaway

Embrace imperfections as spiritual teachers.

Themes

spirituality imperfection humility

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily chores
  • creative work
  • personal setbacks

Key Concepts

theology existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do small flaws reveal deeper meaning?
  • What ordinary moments feel sacred?
A Different Perspective

May seem dismissive of formal practice.

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