Wonder is the basis of worship.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The sense of awe is the foundation of religious feeling.
- In plain terms
- Wonder leads to worship.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultivate awe to deepen spiritual practice.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What inspires wonder in you?
- Is awe necessary for faith?
Another view
It ignores faith based on doctrine rather than emotion.
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