Books Quote by Madame Guyon
““Whatever truth you have chosen, read only a small portion of it, endeavouring to taste and digest it, to extract the essence and substance thereof, and proceed no farther while any savour or relish remains in the passage: when this subsides, pick up your book again and proceed as before, seldom reading more than half a page at a time, for it is not the quantity that is read, but the manner of reading, that yields us profit.””
About This Quote
Source Spiritual Treatise: Spiritual Discourses, early 18th century
Read in small, mindful portions to truly understand and internalize truth.
In simple terms: Small, focused reading yields deeper insight.
Key Takeaway
Read slowly and reflect.
Themes
mindfulness
learning
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- study sessions
- meditation
- scripture reading
- academic research
Key Concepts
deep comprehension
reflection
essence extraction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pacing affect your comprehension?
- What practices help you savor reading?
A Different Perspective
Modern fast‑paced information flow can discourage slow, reflective reading.
