Begin again Quote by Mary Augusta Ward
“I wanted to show how a man of sensitive and noble character, born for religion, comes to throw off the orthodoxies of his day and moment, and to go out into the wilderness where all is experiment, and spiritual life begins again.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Sir George Tressady, 1910
A character abandons rigid religious norms to explore personal spirituality through experiential living, emphasizing inner growth over dogma.
In simple terms: Leaving strict religion to find personal spirituality.
Key Takeaway
Seek personal spiritual experience.
Themes
faith
individualism
spirituality
rebellion
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- religious questioning
- spiritual retreats
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
existentialism
inner growth
nonconformity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “wilderness” symbolize for you?
- How can tradition and experiment coexist?
A Different Perspective
Not all experiments lead to fulfillment; risk of aimlessness.
