Divine power Quote by Annie Dillard (Author
““The power we seek, too, seems to be a continuous loop. I have always been sympathetic with the early notion of a divine power that exists in a particular place, or that travels about over the fax of the earth as a man might wander-and when he is "there" he is surely not here.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Power We Seek,” in *Pilgrim at Tinker Creek*, 1974
The concept of a divine power is elusive, moving beyond fixed locations and defying simple presence.
In simple terms: Divine power is not tied to one place.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery in spiritual beliefs.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
existence
mystery
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- creative writing
- philosophical discussion
Key Concepts
theology
metaphysics
human curiosity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “power” mean to you?
- How do you experience the divine?
A Different Perspective
The idea may be too abstract for practical guidance.
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