Quote by Bernard Berenson

From childhood on I have had the dream of life lived as a sacrament... the dream implied taking life ritually as something holy.

From childhood on I have had the dream of life lived as a sa

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This quote expresses the author's lifelong yearning to perceive and experience life as a sacred and divine essence. They emphasize the idea of living life as a sacrament, believing that everything in life should be honored and celebrated through meaningful rituals and a sense of sanctity. The quote suggests a desire to infuse everyday existence with a profound sense of reverence and spirituality, viewing life itself as a sacred gift to be cherished and respected.

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