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Calm Quote by Edwin Markham

“At the heart of the cyclone tearing the sky And flinging the cloud and the towers by, Is a place of central calm: So here in the roar of mortal things, I have a place where my spirit sings, In the hollow of God's Palm.” quote by Edwin Markham
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“At the heart of the cyclone tearing the sky And flinging the cloud and the towers by, Is a place of central calm: So here in the roar of mortal things, I have a place where my spirit sings, In the hollow of God's Palm.”

Edwin Markham

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Calm of the Storm" by Edwin Markham, 1910

Amid chaos, inner peace can be found through spiritual connection and calm awareness.

In simple terms: Find peace inside turmoil.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner calm despite external chaos.

Themes

spirituality peace resilience

Mood

contemplative serene

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • stressful work
  • personal crisis
  • nature walks

Key Concepts

mindfulness inner sanctuary faith

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you anchor yourself when life feels chaotic?
  • What practices help you hear your inner voice?
A Different Perspective

Calm may be fleeting when external pressures dominate.

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