Quote by Martha Graham

The body is a sacred garment: it is what you enter life in and what you depart life with, and it should be treated with honour, and with joy and with fear as well. But always, though, with blessing.

The body is a sacred garment: it is what you enter life in a

Summary

This quote emphasizes the significance of the body as a precious vessel that accompanies us throughout life. It emphasizes the necessity to respect and cherish our bodies, treating them with honor, joy, and reverence. It suggests that while we should appreciate and value our bodies, we should also approach them with a sense of caution and reverence, acknowledging their fragility. Ultimately, the quote encourages the practice of bestowing blessings upon our bodies, emphasizing gratitude and acknowledging the profound role our bodies play in our existence.

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By Martha Graham

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