Bears Quote by Paul Brunton
“If outer events bring him to a position where he can bear them no longer and force him to cry out to the higher power in helplessness for relief, or if inner feelings bring humiliation and recognition of his dependence on that power, this crushing of the ego may open the door to grace.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Power of the Subconscious, 1935
When suffering overwhelms, humility before a higher power can dissolve ego and invite grace.
In simple terms: Humility in crisis opens to grace.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility in hardship.
Themes
spirituality
humility
grace
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- grief
- religious doubt
- meditation
Key Concepts
ego dissolution
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does humility mean to you?
- Can grace arise without a higher power?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on external power may hinder personal agency.
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