True religion, like our founding principles, requires that the rights of the disbeliever be equally acknowledged with those of the believer.
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Life must have its sacred moments and its holy places. We need the infinite, the limitless, the uttermost -- all that can give the heart a deep and strengthening peace.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life contains special moments and places that bring us peace and deeper understanding.
In this quote, A. Powell Davies emphasizes the importance of recognizing sacred moments and holy places in life, suggesting that such experiences provide a profound sense of peace and purpose. He implies that to truly enrich our hearts and souls, we must seek out the infinite and limitless aspects of existence, which can strengthen our inner selves and bring us tranquility.
Themes
Sacred MomentsPeaceInfiniteLimitlessLife
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of mindfulness, one might reference this quote to highlight the value of recognizing special moments.
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