Faith consists in being vitally concerned with that ultimate reality to which I give the symbolical name of God. Whoever reflects earnestly on the meaning of life is on the verge of an act of faith.
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Love is the infinite which is given to the finite.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Love transcends limitations and is a boundless gift to our limited existence.
This quote by Paul Tillich suggests that love is an expansive and limitless force that enhances human life, despite our finite nature. It implies that love is not confined by the material world but instead represents an infinite connection that goes beyond the boundaries of individual existence and experience.
Themes
LoveInfinityConnectionHuman ExperienceGift
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding speech, one could mention this quote to emphasize the depth of love the couple shares.
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