"God does not die on the day when we cease to believe in a personal deity, but we die on the day when our lives cease to be illumined by the steady radiance, renewed daily, of a wonder, the source of which is beyond all reason"
- Dag Hammarskjold
About this Quote
This quote speaks to the power of faith and how it can bring light and delight to our lives. It suggests that when our company believe in something higher than ourselves, it can bring us a sense of peace and purpose. Even if we don't think in a personal deity, we can still discover a source of marvel and delight in our lives. This source of wonder is beyond factor and can be renewed daily. It is this consistent glow that can bring us a sense of hope and optimism. Without it, our lives can pall and lifeless. This quote encourages us to look for the source of marvel in our lives and to never ever give up on our faith. It advises us that even when we do not think in a personal deity, we can still find a source of happiness and hope in our lives.
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