Centering Quote by Thomas Keating
“One of the values of centering prayer is that you are not thinking about God during the time of centering prayer so you are giving God a chance to manifest. In centering prayer there are moments of peace that give the psyche a chance to realize that God may not be so bad after all. God has a chance to be himself for a change.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening, Thomas Keating, 1978
The practice creates mental quiet, allowing divine presence to emerge without conscious effort, fostering a more authentic perception of God.
In simple terms: Quiet mind lets God appear naturally.
Key Takeaway
Embrace silence to experience God.
Themes
spirituality
prayer
inner peace
Mood
calm
reflective
Type
spiritual
contemplative
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- spiritual retreats
- counseling sessions
- daily quiet time
Key Concepts
centering prayer
divine manifestation
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does silence change your view of the divine?
- What inner obstacles arise in quiet moments?
A Different Perspective
Silence may also amplify inner anxieties rather than reveal divinity.
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