Quotes about Contemplation
I had discovered a new world called voluntary aloneness.
— Audre Lorde
It is foolish to think that we will enter heaven without entering into ourselves.
— Teresa of Avila
A man can be himself only so long as he is alone; and if he does not love solitude, he will not love freedom; for it is only when he is alone that he is really free.
— Arthur Schopenhauer
In order to know God, we must often think of Him; and when we come to love Him, we shall then also think of Him often, for our heart will be with our treasure.
— Brother Lawrence
As you look back on a year almost ended, recall the ways in which God has been inviting you to return, again and again, to Love which is the same as returning to God
— Fr. Richard Rohr
If there be such a distinguishing excellency in divine things, tis rational to suppose that there may be such a thing as seeing it.
— Jonathan Edwards
Meditation is a serious intention of the mind whereby wee come to search out the truth, and settle it effectually upon the heart.
— Jonathan Edwards
The time when you should most of all withdraw into yourself is when you are forced to be in a crowd.
— Epicurus
We must free ourselves from the prison of everyday affairs and politics.
— Epicurus
It's a great thing learning how to die.
— Epicurus
One knows what is right, but holds it at arm's length for a time, neither throwing it out, nor embracing it.
— Eric Metaxas
Wilberforce is having thoughts now that seem utterly strange and foreign.
— Eric Metaxas