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Bird Quote by Diana Gabaldon

“There was a feeling, not sudden, but complete, as though I had been given a small object to hold unseen in my hands. Precious as opal, smooth as jade, weighty as a river stone, more fragile than a bird's egg. Infinitely still, live as the root of Creation. Not a gift, but a trust. Fiercely to…” quote by Diana Gabaldon
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“There was a feeling, not sudden, but complete, as though I had been given a small object to hold unseen in my hands. Precious as opal, smooth as jade, weighty as a river stone, more fragile than a bird's egg. Infinitely still, live as the root of Creation. Not a gift, but a trust. Fiercely to cherish, softly to guard. The words spoke themselves and disappeared into the groined shadows of the roof.”

Diana Gabaldon

About This Quote

Source Novel: A Breath of Snow and Ashes, Diana Gabaldon, 2007

A profound, unseen trust is given, requiring delicate care and reverence.

In simple terms: A hidden trust demands gentle protection.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and protect fragile trusts.

Themes

trust spirituality fragility creation

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • family
  • spiritual practice
  • creative work

Key Concepts

metaphysics symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize unseen responsibilities?
  • What rituals help you honor trust?
A Different Perspective

Trust can be broken by neglect.

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