We may have civilized bodies and yet barbarous souls. We are blind to the real sights of this world; deaf to its voice; and dead to its death. And not till we know, that one grief outweighs ten thousand joys will we become what Christianity is striving to make us.

Summary

This quote suggests that while society may have evolved and advanced physically and intellectually, our moral and spiritual growth has not kept pace. Despite our accomplishments, we remain ignorant of the true wonders of the world, indifferent to its suffering, and disconnected from the realities of life and death. The quote implies that true enlightenment and progress can only be achieved when we recognize the overwhelming power of empathy and understand that genuine sorrow holds greater importance than superficial pleasures. It implies that Christianity, or any authentic spiritual path, aims to transform us by instilling this deeper understanding and compassion within us.

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