Nature as Sacred
The recognition of nature and creation as manifestations of the divine. Nature reveals God's power, beauty, and wisdom.
“For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities - his eternal power and divine nature - have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made.”
“The contemplative mind, seeing nature as it truly is without grasping, finds the path to peace and enlightenment.”
“The giant tree grows from a tiny sprout; the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step; nature teaches by doing nothing.”
“All of nature is kami - sacred presences - and deserves reverence; mountains, waterfalls, and forests are divine manifestations.”
“The truth is one; sages call it by different names; some call it fire, some call it wind, some call it water.”
“All our relations are sacred; we are part of nature, not separate from it; care for the earth is care for our children's future.”
“Every living thing, from the smallest atom to the largest being, possesses a divine soul (jiva) worthy of respect and protection.”
“All our relations are sacred. We are not separate from nature but part of it; our responsibility extends to all beings and the earth itself.”
“Mitakuye Oyasin - all my relations. This includes all plants, animals, minerals, and the sacred earth. Harmony with all relations is the path of balance.”
“A tree grows from a tiny seed. A thousand-mile journey begins with a single step. Nature achieves great results through gentle action.”
“I dreamed I was a butterfly, fluttering happily. Then I awoke and realized I am Zhuangzi. But now I do not know whether I am Zhuangzi dreaming of being a butterfly or a butterfly dreaming of being Zhuangzi.”