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Community Quote by Henry Miller

“The ideal community, in a sense, would be the loose, fluid aggregation of individuals who elected to be alone and detached in order to be at one with themselves and all that lives and breathes. It would be a God-filled community, even if none of its members believe in (a) God. It would be a…” quote by Henry Miller
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““The ideal community, in a sense, would be the loose, fluid aggregation of individuals who elected to be alone and detached in order to be at one with themselves and all that lives and breathes. It would be a God-filled community, even if none of its members believe in (a) God. It would be a paradise, even though the word had long disappeared from our vocabulary.””

Henry Miller

About This Quote

A true community consists of individuals who choose solitude yet remain connected to all life, even without shared belief in God.

In simple terms: Community is solitary yet united, even without belief.

Key Takeaway

Embrace solitary connection in community.

Themes

community spirituality solitude

Mood

contemplative inspirational

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • intentional communities
  • online forums
  • co‑living spaces
  • spiritual gatherings

Key Concepts

existentialism collective consciousness

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can solitude coexist with collective action?
  • What role does belief play?
A Different Perspective

Such a community may struggle with practical cooperation.

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