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Believing Quote by Jenny Boully

“But in those days, I thought that by believing in magic and miracles, by believing hard enough, harder than anyone on earth, I would be made witness to the sublime. And so, what I was doing on the rooftop was praying. I was praying for the gift of flight, for the black umbrella and the hidden…” quote by Jenny Boully
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““But in those days, I thought that by believing in magic and miracles, by believing hard enough, harder than anyone on earth, I would be made witness to the sublime. And so, what I was doing on the rooftop was praying. I was praying for the gift of flight, for the black umbrella and the hidden angels to aid me.””

Jenny Boully

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Illusion of the World by Jenny Boully, 2021

Believing intensely in magic and miracles can feel like a prayer for transcendence, seeking extraordinary help in ordinary moments.

In simple terms: Faith in magic feels like prayer for something beyond.

Key Takeaway

Embrace wonder, but stay grounded.

Themes

faith hope transcendence imagination

Mood

hopeful reflective

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal crisis
  • creative inspiration
  • seeking meaning

Key Concepts

magical realism spiritual yearning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance hope with reality?
  • What does “flight” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective

Magic may not replace practical effort.

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