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“Know that when you seek anything of your own, you will never find God, because you do not seek God purely. You are seeking something along with God, and you are acting just as if you were to make a candle out of God in order to look for something with it. Once one finds the things one is looking for, one throws the candle away. This is what you are doing.”

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Book:Meister Eckhart, Teacher and Preacher
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Meister Eckhart, Teacher and Preacher

This book delves into the works and ideas of Meister Eckhart, exploring his contributions to Christian mysticism and his influence on subsequent theological thought. more

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Meister Eckhart

German mystic philosopher, born in 1260 and died in 1328. His thoughts have had a profound impact on the world, and he is considered one of the most important representatives of medieval philosophy. more

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