Brightness Quote by Frederick Lenz
“There are planes that are not light. There are planes that are shadowy. But that is not our interest in meditation. We want brightness, ecstasy, brilliance beyond comprehension.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Way of the Mystic, 1992
Meditation seeks radiant, ecstatic insight rather than dim, shadowy states of mind
In simple terms: Seek bright, ecstatic clarity in meditation
Pursue luminous awareness
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal practice
- guided retreats
- mindful contemplation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate brightness without rejecting shadow?
- What practices open the mind to brilliance?
Shadowy states may still hold value for gradual growth