Ponder on God's mercies, but not on His essence.

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Ponder on God's mercies, But not on His essence. For His works come forth from His essence, Not His essence from His works. His light shines on the whole universe, Yet He Himself is hidden from the universe.

Source Shabistari, Secret Rose Garden, The Unknowable · 📖 Read the full passage

✨ To meditate on today

According to Shabistari, a Persian Sufi poet, God’s essence remains hidden from the universe, but His light shines everywhere through His works: so it is on His mercies that it is good to meditate. Today, write down three concrete mercies received in your day, a meal, some help, a smile, and let them nourish your gratitude.

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