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Love Quote by Sheldon Vanauken

“Goodness & love are as real as their terrible opposites, and, in truth, far more real, though I say this mindful of the enormous evils... But love is the final reality; and anyone who does not understand this, be he writer or sage, is a man flawed of wisdom.” quote by Sheldon Vanauken
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““Goodness & love are as real as their terrible opposites, and, in truth, far more real, though I say this mindful of the enormous evils... But love is the final reality; and anyone who does not understand this, be he writer or sage, is a man flawed of wisdom.””

Sheldon Vanauken

About This Quote

Source Book: The Faith of the Father by Sheldon Vanauken, 1977

Love and goodness are more fundamental truths than suffering, though we often notice pain more readily.

In simple terms: Love is deeper than pain.

Key Takeaway

Embrace love as ultimate reality.

Themes

love goodness reality wisdom

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • spiritual practice
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

metaphysics existentialism spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we notice love when suffering dominates?
  • What practices help us prioritize love?
A Different Perspective

It can be hard to recognize love amid pervasive evil.

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