Quote by John Burroughs

Every walk to the woods is a religious rite, every bath in the stream is a saving ordinance. Communion service is at all hours, and the bread and wine are from the heart and marrow of Mother Earth.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes the spiritual connection between nature and the divine. It suggests that a simple walk in the woods or immersing oneself in a stream can become a sacred experience. The quote also implies that communion with nature is not confined to specific times or rituals; it is ever-present. The nourishment received from nature, symbolized by "bread and wine," comes from the very essence of the Earth, suggesting a deep reverence for the natural world as a source of spiritual sustenance.

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By John Burroughs

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