More company increases happiness, but does not lighten or diminish misery.
Thomas TraherneRead
To think well is to serve God in the interior court.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Thinking deeply and wisely is a way to serve a higher purpose or divine presence.
This quote by Thomas Traherne suggests that the act of profound and thoughtful contemplation is not only a personal endeavor but also a spiritual duty. It emphasizes the value of intellectual and spiritual engagement as a means of connecting with and serving a higher power within oneself and the universe.
Themes
ThinkingServeGodInteriorSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
During a meditation retreat, I shared this quote to emphasize the importance of deep thinking.
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