Birth Quote by Matthew Fox
“Healthy mysticism praises acts of letting go, of being emptied, of getting in touch with the space inside and expanding this until it merges with the space outside. Space meeting space; empty pouring into empty. Births happen from that encounter with emptiness, nothingness. . . . Let us not fight emptiness and nothingness, but allow it to penetrate us even as we penetrate it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Hidden Spirituality of the American Dream by Matthew Fox, 1995
Mysticism sees emptiness as a fertile space where inner and outer voids merge, creating birth and transformation.
In simple terms: Empty space can be a source of creation and growth.
Key Takeaway
Allow emptiness to flow through you for renewal.
Themes
spirituality
mysticism
emptiness
creation
transformation
Mood
contemplative
peaceful
introspective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- meditation practice
- creative writing
- therapy sessions
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
void
interconnectedness
penetration
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you safely explore emptiness?
- What practices help integrate void and fullness?
A Different Perspective
Emptiness can also cause anxiety or paralysis if not balanced with grounding.
