Even more than we want good love for ourselves, we want it for our children, those vulnerable satellites of our hearts that we send, unsteady, into the world.
Mona SimpsonRead
In life we do many things, say many things, but the voice of suffering offered out of love - which is perhaps unheard by and unknown to others - is the loudest cry that can penetrate Heaven
Interpretation
What this quote means
The deepest expressions of love often come from our suffering, even if they go unnoticed by others.
In this quote, Chiara Lubich emphasizes the profound impact that love, intertwined with suffering, can have on our lives and the spiritual realm. While many actions and words may go unnoticed, the heartfelt cries born from love and pain are powerful enough to reach a divine presence, suggesting that true connection and communication with the heavens is found in our most vulnerable moments.
Themes
LoveSufferingHeavenSpiritualityConnection
In practice
Example use cases
During a heartfelt speech at a charity event, one might say this quote to highlight the importance of compassion.
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