Attention Quote by Anonymous
“Like the eye which sees everything in front of it and never sees itself, faith is occupied with the Object upon which it rests and pays no attention to itself at all. While we are looking at God, we do not see ourselves - blessed riddance. The man who has struggled to purify himself and has had nothing but repeated failures will experience real relief when he stops tinkering with his soul and looks away to the perfect One.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay, 2010
Faith focuses outward on the divine, neglecting self‑reflection; true relief comes from turning inward.
In simple terms: Faith looks outward, neglecting self.
Key Takeaway
Balance external devotion with self‑awareness.
Themes
faith
self‑reflection
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- spiritual practice
- therapy
- philosophical discourse
Key Concepts
psychology of belief
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you integrate self‑care into faith?
- What does “looking away” mean for you?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with doctrinal teachings.
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