God Quote by Thomas Traherne
““You never enjoy the world aright, till the Sea itself floweth in your veins, till you are clothed with the heavens, and crowned with the stars: and perceive yourself to be the sole heir of the whole world, and more than so, because men are in it who are every one sole heirs as well as you. Till you can sing and rejoice and delight in God, as misers do in gold, and Kings in sceptres, you never enjoy the world. Till your spirit filleth the whole world, and the stars are your jewels; till you are as familiar with the ways of God in all Ages as with your walk and table: till you are intimately acquainted with that shady nothing out of which the world was made: till you love men so as to desire their happiness, with a thirst equal to the zeal of your own: till you delight in God for being good to all: you never enjoy the world.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Soul's Integrity, Thomas Traherne, 1673
True fulfillment comes from seeing oneself as part of a divine whole, loving others, and aligning with God's eternal nature.
In simple terms: Find joy by seeing yourself as part of God's creation and loving others.
Key Takeaway
Seek unity with the divine and love for others.
Themes
spirituality
love
divine unity
humility
joy
Mood
reverent
hopeful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
religious
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- community service
- prayer
- reading sacred texts
- artistic expression
Key Concepts
Christian mysticism
theology
self‑transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you feel connected to something larger than yourself?
- What practices help you love others selflessly?
A Different Perspective
May be idealistic for those facing suffering or injustice.
