Quote by Thomas Merton

We stumble and fall constantly even when we are most enlightened. But when we are in true spiritual darkness, we do not even know that we have fallen.

We stumble and fall constantly even when we are most enlight

Summary

This quote highlights the concept of self-awareness and the potential pitfalls when we believe we are at our most enlightened state. It suggests that even when we think we have reached a higher level of understanding or spirituality, we are still prone to making mistakes and experiencing setbacks. However, the quote goes further to state that in moments of true spiritual darkness, we are so unaware of our fallen state that we do not even recognize our mistakes or the need for growth. Thus, the quote serves as a reminder to remain humble and acknowledge our own shortcomings, even in times of perceived enlightenment.

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