Compassion Quote by Meister Eckhart
“No-one knows what the soul is. But what we do know is, the soul is where God works compassion”
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Theologia Germanica, 14th century
The soul is an unseen realm where divine compassion operates, even if its exact nature is mysterious.
In simple terms: The soul is where God shows compassion.
Key Takeaway
Recognize compassion as divine activity within you.
Themes
spirituality
compassion
divine
human nature
mysticism
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
reflective
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- counseling
- ethical decision making
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
theology
inner work
faith
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience compassion as a divine presence?
- Can compassion be cultivated without belief in a soul?
A Different Perspective
The concept may be abstract and hard to verify empirically.
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