Quote by Jan Van Ruysbroeck

Knowledge of ourselves teaches us whence we come, where we are and whither we are going. We come from God and we are in exile; and it is because our potency of affection lends towards God that we are aware of this state of exile.

Knowledge of ourselves teaches us whence we come, where we a

Summary

The quote suggests that we can gain insights about our origins, current situation, and future by understanding ourselves. It states that we originate from God and are currently in a state of exile. The awareness of this separation from God is attributed to our inherent inclination and love towards the divine. In essence, self-knowledge allows us to recognize our spiritual connection and the longing for a reunion with our divine source.

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By Jan Van Ruysbroeck

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