The angels surround and help the priest when he is celebrating Mass.
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Our whole business in this Life is to restore to health the eye of the heart whereby God may be seen.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of spiritual insight over physical sight.
Saint Augustine's quote suggests that the true purpose of our existence is to cultivate inner vision or awareness, allowing us to perceive the divine presence in the world. It implies that while our physical senses may guide us, it is through the heart and spirit that we gain a deeper understanding of life and God.
Themes
SpiritualityInsightDivineHeartPurpose
In practice
Example use cases
In a spiritual seminar discussing the essence of faith and understanding.
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Who can map out the various forces at play in one soul? Man is a great depth, O Lord. The hairs of his head are easier by far to count than his feeling, the movements of his heart.
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