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In every aspect of the day Jesus was aware of the Father. He beheld Him in the clouds and in the shadows of the clouds that pass over the earth. He saw the Father's face reflected in the quiet pools, and the faint print of His feet upon the sand; and He often closed His eyes to gaze into the Holy Eyes. The night spoke to Him with the voice of the Father, and in solitude He heard the angel of the Lord calling to Him. And when He stilled Himself to sleep He heard the whispering of the heavens in His dreams. He was often happy with us, and He would call us brothers. Behold, He who was the first Word called us brothers, though we were but syllables uttered yesterday.

Khalil Gibran#28

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About this quote

What does it mean?
A poetic depiction of Jesus noticing God in nature and solitude.
In plain terms
Jesus saw God everywhere and felt close to him alone.
What can you take from it?
Look for the divine in ordinary moments and quiet.

Where it applies

  • prayer
  • contemplation
  • worship

Putting it to work

  • mindful observation
  • nature walks
  • silent prayer

Questions to consider

  • Where do you feel sacred presence?
  • How does solitude affect you?

Another view

It assumes a specific religious perspective on Jesus.

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