Toga Quote by St John of the Cross
““Nisu stvari ovog svjeta te koje gospodare dušom i uništavaju je,jer one u nju ne ulaze,nego želja i čežnja za njima koje u njoj prebivaju.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Spiritual Canticle, 1584
Desire for external things that do not enter the soul is destructive; true longing should be for that which dwells within.
In simple terms: Seek inner fulfillment, not empty cravings.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize inner growth.
Themes
spirituality
desire
self‑knowledge
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
mystical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- self‑reflection
- ethical living
Key Concepts
mysticism
inner transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner values guide your actions?
- How can you shift focus from material to spiritual?
A Different Perspective
External pursuits can distract from true purpose.
