Approach Quote by Carl Jung
“If God wishes to be born as man and to unite mankind in the fellowship of the Holy Ghost, He suffers the terrible torment of having to bear the world in its reality. It is a crux; indeed, He Himself is His own cross. The world is God's suffering, and every individual human being who wishes even to approach his own wholeness knows very well that this means bearing his own cross. But the eternal promise for him who bears his own cross is the Paraclete.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Psychological Types, Carl Jung, 1921
Human suffering mirrors divine suffering; bearing one’s own burdens is a path to spiritual partnership with the Holy Spirit.
In simple terms: Carrying personal burdens connects us to divine purpose.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your cross to find the Paraclete.
Themes
suffering
spirituality
self‑acceptance
responsibility
Mood
reflective
solemn
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- grief counseling
- spiritual retreats
- leadership challenges
Key Concepts
Christology
existential psychology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal suffering deepen spiritual insight?
- What does “bearing your own cross” mean in daily life?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may alienate non‑theistic readers.
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