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Body Quote by May Sarton

“The body is a universe in itself and must be held as sacred as anything in creation…It is dangerous to forget the body as sacramental.” quote by May Sarton
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“The body is a universe in itself and must be held as sacred as anything in creation…It is dangerous to forget the body as sacramental.”

May Sarton

About This Quote

Source Essay: "The Body as Sacred Space" in "The House by the Sea", 1977

Treat the body as a sacred universe, honoring its physical and spiritual dimensions.

In simple terms: Respect your body as a holy place.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate reverence for physical being.

Themes

body spirituality respect mindfulness

Mood

reflective calm

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily meditation
  • exercise
  • nutrition
  • self‑care routines

Key Concepts

sacredness holism embodiment

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you honor your body daily?
  • What practices deepen bodily reverence?
A Different Perspective

Neglecting the body can lead to disconnection.

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