Doe Quote by Nikos Kazantzakis
“Man hurries, God does not. That is why man's works are uncertain and maimed, while God's are flawless and sure. My eyes welling with tears, I vowed never to transgress this eternal law again. Like a tree I would be blasted by wind, struck by sun and rain, and would wait with confidence; the long-desired hour of flowering and fruit would come.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Odyssey: A Modern Sequel by Nikos Kazantzakis, 1938
Human haste leads to imperfect outcomes, while divine timing yields perfect results; patience aligns us with natural cycles.
In simple terms: Rushing causes flaws; waiting brings perfection.
Key Takeaway
Embrace patience and trust natural timing.
Themes
patience
faith
humility
trust
timing
Mood
reflective
calm
spiritual
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- creative projects
- relationship building
Key Concepts
divine order
human limitation
natural cycles
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance urgency with patience?
- What areas of your life need more natural timing?
A Different Perspective
Patience may conflict with urgent demands of modern life.
