Quote by Johannes Tauler

Often when He comes, He finds the soul occupied. Other guests are there, and He has to turn away. He cannot gain entry, for we love and desire other things; therefore, His gifts, which He is offering to everyone unceasingly, must remain outside.

Often when He comes, He finds the soul occupied. Other guest

Summary

This quote suggests that when an opportunity for spiritual growth or enlightenment presents itself, it often goes unnoticed or unappreciated because our minds and hearts are wrapped up in worldly desires and distractions. The quote implies that our preoccupation with material possessions and other temporary gratifications prevents us from recognizing and accepting the gifts of the divine that are constantly being offered to us. Only when we let go of our attachments and open ourselves to the presence and guidance of the divine can we truly receive its blessings.

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Love Gifts

By Johannes Tauler

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