Quote by Jacob Boehme

When thou standest still from thinking and willing of self, the eternal hearing, seeing, and speaking will be revealed to thee, and so God heareth and seeth through thee. Thine own hearing, willing, and seeing hindereth thee, that thou dost not see nor hear God.

When thou standest still from thinking and willing of self,

Summary

This quote suggests that when we free ourselves from self-centered thoughts and desires, we open ourselves up to experiencing a greater connection with the divine. By stilling our own limited perspective and ego-driven actions, we can tap into the eternal wisdom and presence of God. It implies that our tendency to rely on our own perceptions and intentions blocks us from truly perceiving and connecting with the divine presence that is constantly available to us.

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By Jacob Boehme

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