Ability Quote by John Templeton
“A flower is a miracle, but it does not have the sight or speech to describe us. And our own ability is no greater than that flower when we try to describe God. His infinity covers not only one planet, but the entire solar system and 100 billion suns. That doesn't mean he is limited in his ability to be part of you.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Faith, John Templeton, 1995
Human attempts to describe the divine are limited, like a flower lacking senses to convey its wonder.
In simple terms: We cannot fully describe God.
Key Takeaway
Accept mystery, humility in faith.
Themes
faith
humility
theology
Mood
awe
humble
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- theological study
- artistic expression
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
divine mystery
human limitation
language limits
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile belief with the limits of language?
- Can mystery be a source of comfort?
A Different Perspective
Human language may capture aspects of the divine but not its totality.
