Quote by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

You are not a human being in search of a spiritual experience. You are a spiritual being immersed in a human experience.

You are not a human being in search of a spiritual experienc

Summary

This quote suggests that our true essence is spiritual, and that our lives in the physical world are just one aspect of our existence. It challenges the notion that spirituality is something we seek externally, emphasizing that we are inherently spiritual beings. It implies that our purpose should be to embrace our spirituality and recognize that our human experiences are opportunities to learn, grow, and further connect with our spiritual nature. This understanding shifts the focus from searching for spirituality to truly embracing our inherent spirituality within our daily lives.

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Spirituality

By Pierre Teilhard de Chardin

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