The Messiah will come only when he is no longer necessary; he will come only on the day after his arrival; he will come, not on the last day, but on the very last day.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Salvation arrives only when it is no longer needed or expected.
- In plain terms
- The Messiah comes only when he is not necessary anymore.
- What can you take from it?
- Resolutions often appear when the need for them fades.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When have you found relief by letting go?
- Is hope a burden?
Another view
This view may encourage passivity in seeking solutions.
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