--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Renounce all things, and thou shalt find…" description: "\"Renounce all things, and thou shalt find all things; give up thy lust, and thou shalt find rest.\" — Thomas a Kempis" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/364/thomas-a-kempis-721_all-things_renounce-all-things-and-thou-shalt-find_2089050.png" --- # Renounce all things, and thou shalt find all things; give… ![“Renounce all things, and thou shalt find all things; give up thy lust, and thou shalt find rest.” quote by Thomas a Kempis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/364/thomas-a-kempis-721_all-things_renounce-all-things-and-thou-shalt-find_2089050.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/364/thomas-a-kempis-721_all-things_renounce-all-things-and-thou-shalt-find_2089050.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/364/thomas-a-kempis-721_all-things_renounce-all-things-and-thou-shalt-find_2089050.png) > “Renounce all things, and thou shalt find all things; give up thy lust, and thou shalt find rest.” [Thomas a Kempis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/thomas-a-kempis/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Renouncing desires leads to inner peace and the discovery of deeper fulfillment. **In simple terms:** Give up cravings to find rest. Key Takeaway Practice letting go of attachments. Themes spirituality self-discipline inner peace renunciation fulfillment Mood contemplative calm Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - prayer - meditation - simple living - ethical decisions Key Concepts Christian mysticism detachment inner tranquility Questions to Reflect On - What desire holds you back? - Can you find contentment without possessions? 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