Faith Quote by Rainer Maria Rilke
““Put out my eyes, and I can see you still; slam my ears to, and I can hear you yet; and without any feet can go to you; and tongueless, I can conjure you at will. Break off my arms, I shall take hold of you and grasp you with my heart as with a hand; arrest my heart, my brain will beat as true; and if you set this brain of mine afire, upon my blood I then will carry you.””
About This Quote
The speaker describes an all‑encompassing love that transcends physical senses and bodily limits, suggesting that true connection is mental and emotional rather than sensory.
In simple terms: Love as an all‑consuming, non‑physical force.
Key Takeaway
Love can exist beyond the body.
Themes
love
transcendence
spirituality
identity
senses
Mood
awe
longing
reverence
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- longing for a lost lover
- spiritual meditation
- expressing deep affection
- contemplating existential connection
Key Concepts
intimacy
presence
mind‑body dualism
devotion
Practical Applications
- poetic expression of love
- philosophical reflection on presence
Questions to Reflect On
- How does love persist without physical contact?
- What does it mean to 'see' someone without eyes?
