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What does it mean?
Divine truth is always available to humans but often ignored or rejected.
In plain terms
Truth is always there but people ignore it.
What can you take from it?
Truth is present but ignored.

Where it applies

  • spiritual seeking
  • moral choice
  • self-reflection

Putting it to work

  • spiritual practice
  • ethical guidance
  • mindfulness

Questions to consider

  • What truths do you reject?
  • Why do humans ignore guidance?

Another view

It assumes a single divine truth exists for all.

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