Quote by Deng MingDao

There is no language of the holy.The sacred lies in the ordinary.

There is no language of the holy.The sacred lies in the ordi

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This quote suggests that there is no specific language or words that inherently carry a holy or sacred meaning. Instead, it proposes that the sacredness is found within the ordinary aspects of life. It implies that there is no need for elaborate rituals or extravagant expressions to connect with the divine or experience holiness. Rather, it emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating the sacredness that exists in our everyday experiences and surroundings.

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