Desire Quote by Thomas a Kempis
“Let this be thy whole endeavor, this thy prayer, this thy desire,-that thou mayest be stripped of all selfishness, and with entire simplicity follow Jesus only.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Imitation of Christ by Thomas à Kempis, 1418
The prayer asks for self‑lessness and pure devotion, seeking to strip away ego and follow Jesus with simple, total commitment.
In simple terms: Seek self‑lessness and simple devotion to Jesus.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility and pure focus on Christ.
Themes
humility
spirituality
devotion
Mood
contemplative
devout
Type
spiritual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal prayer
- spiritual retreat
- daily meditation
- ethical decision‑making
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
self‑renunciation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you practice simplicity in a material world?
- What does stripping selfishness look like daily?
A Different Perspective
Self‑lessness may clash with societal expectations of self‑advocacy.
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