--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The Kingly Man My master said: That which…" description: "\"“The Kingly Man My master said: That which acts on all and meddles in none - is heaven . . . The Kingly Man realizes this, hides it in his heart, Grows..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d23/thomas-merton-231_early-death_the-kingly-man-my-master-said-that-which_204881.jpg" --- # The Kingly Man My master said: That which acts on all and… ![“The Kingly Man My master said: That which acts on all and meddles in none - is heaven . . . The Kingly Man realizes this, hides it in his heart, Grows boundless, wide-minded, draws all to himself. And so he lets the gold lie hidden in the mountain, Leaves the pearl lying in the deep. Goods and…” quote by Thomas Merton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d23/thomas-merton-231_early-death_the-kingly-man-my-master-said-that-which_204881.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d23/thomas-merton-231_early-death_the-kingly-man-my-master-said-that-which_204881.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/d23/thomas-merton-231_early-death_the-kingly-man-my-master-said-that-which_204881.jpg) > ““The Kingly Man My master said: That which acts on all and meddles in none - is heaven . . . The Kingly Man realizes this, hides it in his heart, Grows boundless, wide-minded, draws all to himself. And so he lets the gold lie hidden in the mountain, Leaves the pearl lying in the deep. Goods and possessions are no gain in his eyes, He stays far from wealth and honour. Long life is no ground for joy, nor early death for sorrow Success is not for him to be proud of, failure is no shame. Had he all the world's power he would not hold it as his own, If he conquered everything he would not take it to himself. His glory is in knowing that all things come together in One And life and death are equal.”” [Thomas Merton](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/thomas-merton/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. A wise person values humility, detachment from material wealth, and sees all life as unified, finding peace beyond fame or failure. **In simple terms:** Humility and unity bring true peace. Key Takeaway Seek inner harmony over external accolades. Themes humility unity detachment Mood reflective serene Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - leadership - personal growth - conflict resolution - spiritual practice Key Concepts spirituality philosophy non‑attachment Questions to Reflect On - How can you practice humility while leading? - What does “all things come together” mean to you? 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