Cry Quote by C. S. Lewis
“What the soul cries out for is the resurrection of the senses. Even in this life, matter would be nothing to us if it were not the source of sensations.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Divorce, 1945
The soul longs for the revival of sensory experience; without feeling, existence feels empty.
In simple terms: Soul seeks feeling; without it life feels hollow.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate sensory awareness.
Themes
spirituality
sensory
existence
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- mindfulness
- art appreciation
- nature walks
Key Concepts
Phenomenology
materialism
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- What senses have you neglected?
- How does sensory richness affect purpose?
A Different Perspective
Sensory overload can distract.
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