Truth is something so noble that if God could turn aside from it, I could keep the truth and let God go.
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That's all an angel is....an idea of God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that angels represent deeper truths or concepts about God rather than being literal beings.
Meister Eckhart's quote reflects the idea that angels symbolize the ideas and attributes of God, representing divine qualities such as purity, protection, and guidance. Instead of viewing angels as tangible entities, Eckhart encourages a conceptual understanding, inviting a more profound and introspective exploration of the divine nature.
Themes
AngelGodIdeaPhilosophyDivine
In practice
Example use cases
In a sermon about divine inspiration, a speaker might reference this quote to illustrate the idea of angels as ideals.
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