Creation Quote by Bede Griffiths
“This was the very purpose of creation that each unique, individual being should participate in its own way in the divine Being, should realize its eternal 'idea' in God, should 'become' God by participation, God expressing himself through that unique being.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Inner Experience, Bede Griffiths, 1975
Each person must uniquely participate in the divine, becoming a manifestation of God through personal expression.
In simple terms: We each express the divine uniquely.
Key Takeaway
Live your unique purpose.
Themes
spirituality
individuality
divinity
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
theological
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- creative work
- community service
Key Concepts
participation
self‑realization
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you express your inner divinity?
- What unique gifts can you share?
A Different Perspective
The divine may also be understood as impersonal.
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