Quote by Barbara Brown Taylor
Even religious people are vulnerable to this longing. Those who belong to communities of faith have acquired a certain patience with what is sometimes called organized religion. They have learned to forgive themselves. They do not expect their institutions to stand in for God, and they are happy to use inherited maps for some of life's journeys. They do not need to walk off every cliff all by themselves. Yet they too can harbor the sense that there is more to life that they are being shown. Where is the secret hidden? Who has the key to the treasure box of More?
Summary
This quote suggests that even religious individuals, who are part of organized religious communities, understand that their institutions cannot completely replace their connection with a higher power. They have learned to be patient with and forgive the shortcomings of these institutions, and to rely on inherited teachings for guidance. However, even they may still feel a yearning for something beyond what they have been taught, questioning where the true meaning of life lies and who holds the key to unlocking this hidden secret of "More."
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