If, then, on the common land I am no longer seen or found, You will say that I am lost; That, being enamoured, I lost myself; and yet was found. ~ 29
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Losing oneself in love appears like being lost to others, but it is actually a state of being found by the divine.
- In plain terms
- Being lost in love means you are actually found by God.
- What can you take from it?
- Losing yourself in love is finding yourself.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Have you been lost to find something?
- What does it mean to be found?
Another view
The idea of losing oneself can be unsettling or dangerous in unhealthy relationships.
More from John of the Cross
My soul is occupied, And all my substance in His service; Now I guard no flock, Nor have I any other employment: My sole occupation is love. ~ 28
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