Theme
of Zoom Meeting: Spirituality
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by Richard E. Gordon Last updated: May 11, 2021
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Questions:
Quotations:
1. “Science is not only compatible
with spirituality; it is a profound source of spirituality.”
― The
Demon-Haunted World: Science as a Candle in the Dark
“We are not human beings having a spiritual
experience. We are spiritual beings having a human experience.”
―
“One of the most spiritual things
you can do is embrace your humanity. Connect with those around you today. Say,
"I love you", "I'm sorry", "I appreciate you",
"I'm proud of you"...whatever you're feeling. Send random texts,
write a cute note, embrace your truth and share it...cause a smile today for
someone else...and give plenty of hugs.”
―
4. “You have to grow from the inside out.
None can teach you, none can make you spiritual. There is no other teacher, but
your own soul.” – Swami Vivekananda
“When a person responds to the joys and
sorrows of others as if they were his own, he has attained the highest state of
spiritual union.” – Lord Krishna
5. “The spiritual life does not remove us from the world but leads us deeper into it.” – Henri J.M. Nouwen
6. “I think a spiritual journey is not so much a journey of discovery. It’s a journey of recovery. It’s a journey of uncovering your own inner nature. It’s already there.” – Billy Corgan
7. “Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, or worn. It is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace & gratitude.” – Denis Waitley
8. “Religion is belief in someone else’s experience. Spirituality is having your own experience.” – Deepak Chopra
9. “The spiritual journey is the unlearning of fear and the acceptance of love.”- Marianne Williamson
10. “The real spiritual progress of the aspirant is measured by the extent to which he achieves inner tranquility.” – Sivananda
The End