--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: How many there are who still say, 'I want…" description: "\"How many there are who still say, 'I want to see His shape, His image, His clothing, His sandals.' Behold, you do see Him, you touch Him, you eat Him! ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/855/saint-john-chrysostom-2375_ardent_how-many-there-are-who-still-say-i-want_1289416.jpg" --- # How many there are who still say, 'I want to see His… ![“How many there are who still say, 'I want to see His shape, His image, His clothing, His sandals.' Behold, you do see Him, you touch Him, you eat Him! You want to see His clothing. He gives Himself to you, not just to be seen but to be touched, to be eaten, to be received within … Let all of you…” quote by Saint John Chrysostom](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/855/saint-john-chrysostom-2375_ardent_how-many-there-are-who-still-say-i-want_1289416.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/855/saint-john-chrysostom-2375_ardent_how-many-there-are-who-still-say-i-want_1289416.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/855/saint-john-chrysostom-2375_ardent_how-many-there-are-who-still-say-i-want_1289416.jpg) > “How many there are who still say, 'I want to see His shape, His image, His clothing, His sandals.' Behold, you do see Him, you touch Him, you eat Him! You want to see His clothing. He gives Himself to you, not just to be seen but to be touched, to be eaten, to be received within … Let all of you be ardent, fervent, enthusiastic. If the Jews stood, shoes on, staff in hand, and eating in haste, how much more vigilant should you be. They were about to go to Palestine; ... you are about to go to heaven.” [Saint John Chrysostom](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/saint-john-chrysostom/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Divine presence is tangible; believers should receive Him fully, not merely observe. **In simple terms:** God is present and to be embraced, not just seen. Key Takeaway Embrace faith actively. Themes faith participation spirituality Mood reverent devotional Type theological inspirational When to use this quote - communion - personal prayer - liturgical worship - spiritual renewal Key Concepts Eucharistic theology embodiment devotion Questions to Reflect On - How do you experience the divine in daily life? - What does 'eating' the sacred mean to you? 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