We become what we love and who we love shapes what we become.
Clare Of AssisiRead
Place your mind before the mirror of eternity! Place your soul in the brilliance of glory! And transform your entire being into the image of the Godhead Itself through contemplation.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and spiritual transformation through contemplation.
Clare of Assisi encourages individuals to engage deeply in self-reflection and spiritual practices that allow them to align their minds and souls with a higher divine presence. By doing so, they can aspire to embody the qualities of the divine, leading to a profound transformation of their entire being.
Themes
ContemplationTransformationSpiritualitySelf-ReflectionDivinity
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a meditation workshop to inspire participants to deepen their spiritual practice.
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