All that is real in me is God; all that is real in God is I. The gulf between God and me is thus bridged. Thus by knowing God, we find that the kingdom of heaven is within us.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Our true self and the divine are one; realizing this bridges the gap between us and God.
- In plain terms
- The real you is divine, and heaven is inside you.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize the divine within yourself to find peace.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you experience the divine?
- What feels real in you?
Another view
This view may conflict with traditions that see God as separate.
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