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All things Quote by Thomas a Kempis

“He that loveth, flieth, runneth, and rejoiceth. He is free, and cannot be held in. He giveth all for all, and hath all in all, because he resteth in one highest above all things, from whom all that is good flows and proceeds.” quote by Thomas a Kempis
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“He that loveth, flieth, runneth, and rejoiceth. He is free, and cannot be held in. He giveth all for all, and hath all in all, because he resteth in one highest above all things, from whom all that is good flows and proceeds.”

Thomas a Kempis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas a Kempis, 1418

True freedom comes from surrendering personal will to a higher divine source, allowing love and generosity to flow.

In simple terms: Freedom is found in divine surrender and love.

Key Takeaway

Seek humility and divine alignment.

Themes

spirituality freedom generosity humility

Mood

reflective inspirational contemplative

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • prayer
  • charitable acts
  • letting go of control

Key Concepts

theology selfless love divine will

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does surrender change your sense of freedom?
  • What does divine love mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Human ego often resists surrender.

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