Affection Quote by Judith Sargent Murray
“A Universalist, your heart cannot but dilate, and your affections widen, until the divine expansion, like the ambient atmosphere, embraces every form, which is acted upon by an immortal spirit.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “On the Equality of the Sexes” by Judith Sargent Murray, 1790
Expanding love and compassion through divine inspiration leads to universal empathy for all beings.
In simple terms: Divine love broadens empathy for everyone.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate compassion beyond self.
Themes
love
empathy
spirituality
humanity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Community service
- interfaith dialogue
- mental health work
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Divine expansion
immortal spirit
universalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance self‑care with universal compassion?
- What practices help you feel this divine expansion?
A Different Perspective
May overlook personal boundaries while overextending.
