Saint Quote by Thomas Merton
““It was because the saints were absorbed in God that they were truly capable of seeing and appreciating created things and it was because they loved Him alone that they alone loved everybody. S””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Seven Storey Mountain by Thomas Merton, 1948
Saints, immersed in divine love, perceive creation more fully and extend love universally.
In simple terms: Divine focus broadens love.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate spiritual focus.
Themes
spirituality
perception
universal love
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- art appreciation
- environmental stewardship
Key Concepts
theology
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does divine love influence everyday compassion?
- What practices deepen spiritual perception?
A Different Perspective
If love is directed only inward, it may become self‑absorbed.
