Love Quote by Thomas Merton
“To love our nothingness we must love everything in us that the proud man loves when he loves himself. But we must love it all for exactly the opposite reason.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Love of Nothingness, 1965
Loving our emptiness requires loving all parts of ourselves, even those we pride in, but for opposite reasons.
In simple terms: Accept all of yourself, even the proud parts.
Key Takeaway
Love every aspect of yourself.
Themes
self‑love
humility
contradiction
Mood
contemplative
serene
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- therapy
- mindfulness practice
Key Concepts
existentialism
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile pride with humility?
- What does loving emptiness mean to you?
A Different Perspective
May cause confusion when pride conflicts with humility.
