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Presence of god Quote by Richard J. Foster

“Shekinah” means the glory or the radiance of God dwelling in the midst of his people. It denotes the immediate Presence of God as opposed to a God who is abstract or aloof.” quote by Richard J. Foster
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““Shekinah” means the glory or the radiance of God dwelling in the midst of his people. It denotes the immediate Presence of God as opposed to a God who is abstract or aloof.””

Richard J. Foster

About This Quote

Source Book: Celebration of Discipline by Richard J. Foster, 1978

Divine presence is experienced as a radiant, personal closeness, not distant abstraction.

In simple terms: God is near and shining.

Key Takeaway

Seek tangible spiritual connection.

Themes

spirituality presence divine

Mood

contemplative reverent

Type

theological inspirational

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • community worship
  • personal meditation

Key Concepts

mysticism theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you experience the divine in daily life?
  • What practices help you feel God's presence?
A Different Perspective

May not align with all theological views.

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