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“You're right [Joshua], I have taught you nothing. I could teach you nothing. Everything that you needed to know was already there. You simply needed the word for it. Some need Kali and Shiva to destroy the world so they may see past the illusion to divinity in them, others need Krishna to drive…” quote by Christopher Moore
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““You're right [Joshua], I have taught you nothing. I could teach you nothing. Everything that you needed to know was already there. You simply needed the word for it. Some need Kali and Shiva to destroy the world so they may see past the illusion to divinity in them, others need Krishna to drive them to the place where they may perceive what is eternal in them. Others may perceive the Divine Spark in themselves only by realizing through enlightenment that the spark resides in all things, and in that they find kinship. But because the Divine Spark resides in all, does not mean that all will discover it. Your dharma is not to learn, Joshua, but to teach." "How will I teach my people about the Divine Spark?" ... "You must only find the right word. The Divine Spark is infinite, the path to find it is not. The beginning of the path is the word.””

Christopher Moore

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Divine Spark” (fictional), 2021

True knowledge is innate; the right language unlocks it, and teaching is the purpose of the seeker.

In simple terms: We already hold truth; finding the right words reveals it.

Key Takeaway

Seek precise language to share insight.

Themes

spirituality knowledge teaching

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • spiritual mentorship
  • educational settings

Key Concepts

innate wisdom language as key divine spark karma

Questions to Reflect On

  • What word best captures your inner truth?
  • How can you help others discover their own spark?
A Different Perspective

Finding the right word can be elusive and subjective.

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