God Quote by Brother Lawrence
““We must know before we can love. In order to know God, we must often think of Him; and when we come to love Him, we shall then also think of Him often, for our heart will be with our treasure.””
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Writing: The Practice of Presence, 1692
Understanding God precedes love; contemplation leads to deeper affection.
In simple terms: Know God to love Him.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate mindful awareness of the divine.
Themes
spirituality
love
knowledge
Mood
reflective
peaceful
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual retreats
- daily reflection
Key Concepts
theology
contemplation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowing shape love?
- What practices deepen divine awareness?
A Different Perspective
Love without understanding may be shallow.
