Quote by Heinrich Suso

In the first day of my youth I tried to find it in the creatures, as I saw others do: but the more I sought, the less I found it, and the nearer I went to it, the further off it was. For of every image that appeared to me, before I had fully tested it, or abandoned myself to peace in it, and inner voice said to me: 'This is not what thou seekest.'

In the first day of my youth I tried to find it in the creat

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's journey of searching for meaning and fulfillment in life. Initially, they followed the same path as others, seeking happiness and purpose in external sources such as people or material possessions. However, the more they pursued this path, the more disappointed they became, feeling that something was missing. Even when they thought they had found it, an inner voice revealed that it wasn't what they truly desired. This quote highlights the importance of introspection and finding one's own unique path to fulfillment rather than relying on societal norms or external influences.

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Youth

By Heinrich Suso

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