“All things are in God, and God is in all things”
— Meister Eckhart
Simplified Meaning:
This quote means that everything in the world is connected to a greater spiritual presence, which people often refer to as God. Imagine a tree. Every leaf, branch, and root is a part of the tree, and at the same time, the tree is present in every one of these parts. In a similar way, the idea here is that every part of the universe has a bit of God in it, and God is present in every part of the universe. For example, when people feel awe looking at a beautiful sunset or feel peace in nature, it’s like they’re connecting with something greater than themselves. If someone loves animals or helps others, they're connecting with the goodness and love that is part of this greater presence. This way of thinking encourages kindness, respect, and appreciation for all things, because everything holds a bit of this spiritual essence. Understanding this can make people feel more united with the world and act more lovingly towards others.
