“He who does not love does not know God, for God is love.”
What this quote means
This quote, inspired by Saint John, affirms that love is the very essence of God. Thus, to know God is not primarily a matter of intellect or dogma, but an experience of love. It urges us to love in order to draw closer to the divine, to make love our spiritual path.
How to apply it daily
Today, perform a selfless act of love toward someone, without expecting anything in return, and feel that connection to the divine.
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