Belief Quote by Paulo Coelho
“It's daylight, the sky is cloudy, and human beings believe that beyond the clouds lives an all-powerful God, guiding the fate of men. Meanwhile, look at your son, look at your feet, listen to the sounds around you: down here is the Mother, so much closer, bringing joy to children and energy to those who walk over her body. Why do people prefer to believe in something far away and forget what is there before their eyes, a true manifestation of the miracle?”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Alchemist, Paulo Coelho, 1988
People often seek distant, abstract deities while overlooking the immediate, tangible source of life and joy found in nature and everyday moments.
In simple terms: People look far away for meaning, missing nearby miracles.
Key Takeaway
Notice and appreciate the present world.
Themes
spirituality
mindfulness
nature
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- hiking
- gardening
- urban living
Key Concepts
theism
materialism
presence
Questions to Reflect On
- What everyday wonder have you ignored?
- How can you honor the 'Mother' in daily life?
A Different Perspective
Belief in distant powers can provide comfort that may be hard to replace.
