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Existence Quote by Rabindranath Tagore

“The meaning of this is, that whomsoever we love, in him we find our own soul in the highest sense. The final truth of our existence lies in this. God, the Supreme Soul, is in me, as well as in my son, and my joy in my son is the realisation of this truth.” quote by Rabindranath Tagore
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“The meaning of this is, that whomsoever we love, in him we find our own soul in the highest sense. The final truth of our existence lies in this. God, the Supreme Soul, is in me, as well as in my son, and my joy in my son is the realisation of this truth.”

Rabindranath Tagore

About This Quote

Love reveals the divine within, uniting self and other in a shared soul, affirming that the ultimate reality is the presence of the Supreme Soul in all relationships.

In simple terms: Love mirrors the divine self.

Key Takeaway

Love is a path to realizing the divine.

Themes

spiritual unity self-transcendence interconnectedness divine love inner realization

Mood

reverent hopeful introspective

Type

philosophical spiritual poetic

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • parent‑child bond
  • spiritual mentorship
  • intimate friendship

Key Concepts

theology philosophy of love self-identity

Practical Applications

  • meditative reflection on love
  • teaching about unity in spiritual communities

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does love change our perception of self?
  • In what ways can recognizing the divine in others transform daily life?
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