Faith Quote by Foundation for Inner Peace
““When you have an authority problem, it is always because you believe you are the author of yourself and project your delusion onto others. You then perceive the situation as one in which others are literally fighting you for your authorship. This is the fundamental error of all those who believe they have usurped the power of God. This belief is very frightening to them, but hardly troubles God. He is, however, eager to undo it, not to punish His children, but only because He knows that it makes them unhappy. God’s creations are given their true Authorship, but you prefer to be anonymous when you choose to separate yourself from your Author. Being uncertain of your true Authorship, you believe that your creation was anonymous. This leaves you in a position where it sounds meaningful to believe that you created yourself. The dispute over authorship has left such uncertainty in your mind that it may even doubt whether you really exist at all.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Foundation for Inner Peace, unknown author
The passage argues that claiming personal authorship over one’s life is an illusion; true authorship belongs to a higher power, and denying this creates existential doubt.
In simple terms: We are not the ultimate authors of ourselves.
Key Takeaway
Recognize a higher purpose beyond self.
Themes
spirituality
identity
authority
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- therapy
- religious study
- creative work
Key Concepts
authorship
delusion
divine will
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “authorship” mean to you?
- How does this belief influence your sense of responsibility?
A Different Perspective
It may conflict with secular views of autonomy.
