Found Quote by Thomas Merton
“True happiness is not found in any other reward than that of being united with God. If I seek some other reward besides God Himself, I may get my reward but I cannot be happy.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Seven Storey Mountain, 1948
True happiness comes solely from union with God; other rewards cannot bring lasting joy.
In simple terms: God’s union is the only true happiness.
Key Takeaway
Seek divine union for lasting joy.
Themes
spirituality
happiness
union
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer
- meditation
- life purpose
Key Concepts
theology
inner peace
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “being united with God” feel like?
- Can secular pursuits ever approximate divine joy?
A Different Perspective
Human desire for material rewards persists.
