Quotes With Meaning
They have not forgotten the Mysteries,' she said, ‘they have found them too difficult. They want a God who will care for them, who will not demand that they struggle for enlightenment, but who will accept them just as they are, with all their sins, and take away their sins with repentance. It is not so, it will never be so, but perhaps it is the only way the unenlightened can bear to think of their Gods.'
They have not forgotten the Mysteries,' she said, ‘they have found them too difficult. They want a God who will care for them, who will not demand that they struggle for enlightenment, but who will accept them just as they are, with all their sins, and take away their sins with repentance. It is not so, it will never be so, but perhaps it is the only way the unenlightened can bear to think of their Gods.'
This quote addresses the human desire for a divine presence that offers unconditional acceptance rather than demanding effort for spiritual growth. It reflects how many people wish for a God who simply forgives their flaws without requiring them to confront difficult truths or engage in a personal journey toward enlightenment. The speaker suggests that this yearning stems from a struggle to embrace complexity and the challenges of seeking deeper understanding. The desire for an easily accessible deity can provide comfort, yet it underlines a significant aspect of human nature: the fear of facing one’s shortcomings. Ultimately, while this mindset may offer temporary relief, it limits true spiritual freedom and growth, which often requires effort and self-reflection.