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“Love longs to be free, a stranger to every worldly desire, lest its inner vision become dimmed, and lest worldly self-interest hinder it or ill-fortune cast it down.” quote by Thomas a Kempis
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“Love longs to be free, a stranger to every worldly desire, lest its inner vision become dimmed, and lest worldly self-interest hinder it or ill-fortune cast it down.”

Thomas a Kempis

About This Quote

Source book: The Imitation of Christ, 1418

Love seeks freedom from worldly desires, fearing that material interests dim its inner vision.

In simple terms: Love wants freedom from materialism.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize love over selfish desires.

Themes

love freedom spirituality

Mood

reflective spiritual

Type

philosophical religious

When to use this quote

  • spiritual practice
  • personal relationships
  • ethical decisions

Key Concepts

detachment inner vision

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you practice detachment?
  • What worldly desires hinder love?
A Different Perspective

May be idealistic.

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