Quote by Henri Nouwen

The world is waiting ... for new saints, ecstatic men and women who are so deeply rooted in the love of God that they are free to imagine a new international order.

The world is waiting ... for new saints, ecstatic men and wo

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This quote suggests that the world is in need of extraordinary individuals, specifically saints or highly spiritual people, who are so profoundly connected to the love of God that they can envision and bring about a new global system. These individuals would be liberated from societal constraints and free from fear, enabling them to dream and create a better international order. It implies that by cultivating an intense love for God, these enlightened individuals would possess the necessary qualities to transcend existing norms and contribute to a more harmonious world.

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