Turning to the Mystics with James Finley T.S. Eliot: Session 4
Oct 28, 2024
Delve into T.S. Eliot's 'Little Gidding,' where mystical themes of time and prayer reveal the divine in life's chaos. Discover how inviting God into daily distractions transforms our reality. Explore the intricate connections between prayer, life, and death, embracing themes of forgiveness and moral integrity. Celebrate the renewal of love, challenging false admiration and inviting spiritual growth. Reflect on the power of love and stillness to connect us with the divine, encouraging fulfillment in God's infinite grace.
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Prayer Transcends Primordial Time
- T.S. Eliot resolves the struggle with primordial time through prayer to places where "prayer has been valid."
- This prayer reveals God's oneness with us, weaving divinity into every aspect of life and suffering.
Seek God in Quiet Humility
- Leave behind life's noisy distractions and enter the humility of your heart to find God.
- God will meet you in the solitude and poverty of your heart like Jesus born in a stable.
Mystic Intimacy Beyond Understanding
- mystical intimacy is beyond identification or full understanding; it is God's voice in the heart during prayer.
- Recognition in prayer comes through the power of words rather than physical appearance or direct comprehension.
