Divided heart Quote by Raniero Cantalamessa
““The undivided heart is a good thing, as long as you love somebody. In fact, a divided heart that loves someone is better than an undivided heart that loves nobody -- the latter would actually be undivided egoism. It would mean having one's heart full, but with the most corrupting thing there is: oneself. Of this type of virgin and celibate, unfortunately none too rare, Charles Peguy has rightly said: "Because they do not belong to someone else, they think they belong to God. Because they love no one else, they think that they love God.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: Spiritual Reflection, 2019
A heart that loves oneself alone is selfish; true love requires sharing love with others, avoiding egoism.
In simple terms: Love others, not just yourself.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate love beyond self.
Themes
love
ego
selflessness
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationships
- community service
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
Divine love
self‑identity
ethical living
Questions to Reflect On
- What does loving others mean to you?
- How can you balance self‑care with caring for others?
A Different Perspective
Self‑love can be misinterpreted as selfishness.
