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From the solemn gloom of the temple children run out to sit in the dust, God watches them play and forgets the priest
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"From the solemn gloom of the temple children run out to sit in the dust, God watches them play and forgets the priest"

- Rabindranath Tagore

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This quote by Rabindranath Tagore illustrates a powerful contrast between the mournful atmosphere of the temple and the innocence and delight of children playing outside. It suggests that while the temple is a place of spirituality and religious commitment, it may often do not have the purity and spontaneity that children have. The expression "God views them play and forgets the priest" implies that God is captivated by the innocence and authentic joy of the kids, diverting attention far from the spiritual rituals performed by the priests. Eventually, this quote stresses the importance of accepting simple pleasures and authentic emotions, in contrast to the stiff formalities of arranged religion.

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Rabindranath Tagore This quote is written / told by Rabindranath Tagore between May 6, 1861 and August 7, 1941. He was a famous Poet from India. The author also have 44 other quotes.

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