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Care Quote by Hermann Hesse

“A tree says: My strength is trust. I know nothing about my fathers, I know nothing about the thousand children that every year spring out of me. I live out the secret of my seed to the very end, and I care for nothing else. I trust that God is in me. I trust that my labor is holy. Out of this…” quote by Hermann Hesse
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“A tree says: My strength is trust. I know nothing about my fathers, I know nothing about the thousand children that every year spring out of me. I live out the secret of my seed to the very end, and I care for nothing else. I trust that God is in me. I trust that my labor is holy. Out of this trust I live.”

Hermann Hesse

About This Quote

Source Book: Demian by Hermann Hesse, 1919

The quote likens a tree’s reliance on its roots and seed to a person’s faith in a higher purpose and the sanctity of their work.

In simple terms: Trust in a higher purpose gives life meaning.

Key Takeaway

Live with trust in purpose.

Themes

faith purpose work nature spirituality

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • career dedication
  • spiritual practice
  • environmental stewardship

Key Concepts

existentialism trust holiness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does trust shape your daily actions?
  • What purpose gives your work meaning?
A Different Perspective

Trust alone may not guarantee success without practical effort.

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