Adam and eve Quote by Benjamin Blech
““The Hebrew Bible, speaking of the first sexual encounter between Adam and Eve, says that “Adam knew” his mate. Remarkably, the Hebrew word l-da’at, “to know,” means also to love or to make love. Sex, on the deepest level, transcends the physical and connotes spiritual union. A seemingly carnal act is invested with dignity and sanctity. The ideal of lovemaking is true intimacy—not merely of intertwining bodies but of mutually understanding souls. To be intimate on this level is to “know” the other person’s essence—his or her divine image—which is but another way of gaining greater kinship with God. Viewed in this light, lovemaking is meant not just for the single objective of procreation, as the Church then taught, but also to foster this ultimate sense of knowing. As the Kabbalah daringly puts it, when a couple “know” each other in a complete sexual-romantic-spiritual act, they actually unite heaven as well.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Sacred Intimacy, 2015
Sexual intimacy can be a spiritual act that unites lovers and connects them with the divine.
In simple terms: Sex can be a sacred bond.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper connection in intimacy.
Themes
spirituality
sex
union
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- marriage counseling
- spiritual retreats
- religious education
Key Concepts
divine love
knowledge
Kabbalah
Questions to Reflect On
- How does spiritual intimacy affect your relationship?
- Can love be expressed without physical act?
A Different Perspective
May conflict with doctrinal views on procreation.
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