Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne

A bodily disease which we look upon as whole and entire within itself, may, after all, be but a symptom of some ailment in the spiritual part.

A bodily disease which we look upon as whole and entire with

Summary

This quote suggests that a physical disease that appears to be confined to the body might actually be an indicator of a deeper spiritual problem. It implies that our physical ailments may be manifestations or symptoms of underlying spiritual imbalances or issues. In other words, it proposes that there could be a connection between our physical health and our spiritual state, suggesting that addressing and healing the spiritual part of ourselves may contribute to our overall well-being and recovery from physical illnesses.

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By Nathaniel Hawthorne

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