Quote by Meister Eckhart

If God gave the soul his whole creation she would not be filled thereby but only with himself.

If God gave the soul his whole creation she would not be fil

Summary

This quote suggests that the soul can only find its true fulfillment and completeness in God alone, rather than in any external or worldly possessions. It implies that no matter how vast or extensive God's creation may be, it can never completely satisfy the longing of the soul, which can only be fulfilled by a connection with the divine.

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By Meister Eckhart

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