Friday, January 3, 2014

#1274 True spiritual growth

Look at how a single candle can both defy and define the darkness.   ~ Anne Frank

Freedom of thought is best promoted by the gradual illumination of men’s minds which follows from the advance of science.   ~ Charles Darwin

History is not a burden on the memory but an illumination of the soul. ~ Lord Acton

When the past no longer illuminates the future, the spirit walks in darkness.  ~Alexis de Tocqueville

Nirvana or lasting enlightenment or true spiritual growth can be achieved only through persistent exercise of real love.  ~ M. Scott Peck

Quotes about illumination, enlightenment

- What light emanates from you?
- How does science and history help to illuminate our understanding?
- How have you grown spiritually?