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It is a great mystery that though the human heart longs for Truth, in which alone it finds liberation and delight, the f
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"It is a great mystery that though the human heart longs for Truth, in which alone it finds liberation and delight, the first reaction of human beings to Truth is one of hostility and fear!"

- Anthony de Mello

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This quote by Anthony de Mello speaks with the paradox of humanity. All of us long for reality, as it is the only thing that can bring us freedom and delight. Yet, when fact exists to us, our very first reaction is typically among hostility and worry. This is a great secret, as it appears counterproductive that we would decline something that might bring us so much joy. It is as if we hesitate of the modifications that truth might bring, and so we withstand it. This quote acts as a pointer to us to be open up to truth, even if it is uneasy, as it is the only method to find freedom and pleasure.

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