Amazed Quote by Saint Augustine
“When people truly open their minds, and contemplate the way in which the universe is ordered and governed, they are amazed-overwhelmed by a sense of the miraculous. When people contemplate with open minds the germination of a single seed, they are equally overwhelmed-yet numerous babies are born every day, and no-one marvels. If only people opened their minds, they would see that the birth of a baby, in which a new life is created, is a greater miracle than restoring life.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Confessions, Book XII, c. 397 AD
Recognizing the universe’s order reveals miracles, yet everyday wonders like birth are often overlooked.
In simple terms: Seeing order shows miracles, but we ignore daily wonders like birth.
Key Takeaway
Notice and appreciate everyday miracles.
Themes
wonder
perception
miracle
humility
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- public speaking
- science communication
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
cosmology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we train minds to see wonder in daily life?
- What habits hide our perception of miracles?
A Different Perspective
People may dismiss miracles as ordinary, limiting awe.
