Fasting Quote by Gretel Ehrlich
““So much has broken away already, there is nothing to drink but air, nothing left to walk on but water, yet the fasting heart grows full.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Fasting Heart” by Gretel Ehrlich, 1995
Even when material comforts vanish, inner spiritual nourishment can still be abundant, filling the heart despite external emptiness.
In simple terms: Inner fulfillment persists without external sustenance.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner richness when external resources are scarce.
Themes
spirituality
resilience
abundance
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- drought
- loss
- spiritual practice
- meditation
Key Concepts
minimalism
inner growth
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate inner fullness during scarcity?
- What practices sustain your spirit when external comforts fade?
A Different Perspective
Even with inner fullness, physical needs still require attention.
