Quote by Teresa of Avila

We bloomed in Spring. Our bodies are the leaves of God. The apparent seasons of life and death our eyes can suffer; but our souls, dear, I will just say this forthright: they are God Himself, we will never perish until He does.

We bloomed in Spring. Our bodies are the leaves of God. The

Summary

This quote metaphorically expresses the idea that humans are part of the divine creation and that our existence is intertwined with a higher power. The reference to blooming in Spring suggests a sense of renewal and growth. While our bodies may experience the cycles of life and death, the quote suggests that our souls, being manifestations of God, are eternal and will only cease to exist when God does.

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By Teresa of Avila

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