Crosses Quote by Charles Cumming
“St. John of the Cross points out that the divine music can best be heard in solitude and silence. The sonorous music is not a physical sound that vibrates the eardrum but something transcending the senses. Physical solitude and silence remove the distracting noises that prevent us from hearing on deeper levels.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Devil's Alternative by Charles Cumming, 1992
True depth of spiritual insight emerges when external distractions are removed, allowing inner resonance to be heard.
In simple terms: Inner truth is heard in quiet solitude.
Key Takeaway
Seek silence to hear deeper truths.
Themes
spirituality
solitude
inner listening
Mood
contemplative
calm
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation
- prayer
- creative work
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
mysticism
transcendence
sensory perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does silence change your perception?
- What inner voice emerges when you are alone?
A Different Perspective
Silence may be hard to achieve in modern life.
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