Understanding God is not attained by calling into session all arguments for and against Him, in order to debate whether He is a reality or a figment of the mind. God cannot be sensed as a second thought, as an explanation of the origin of the universe. He is either the first and the last, or just another concept.
Abraham Joshua HeschelCelebration is a confrontation, giving attention to the transcendent meaning of one's actions.
Abraham Joshua HeschelHe who is satisfied has never truly craved, and he who craves for the light of God neglects his ease for ardor.
Abraham Joshua HeschelAs civilization advances, the sense of wonder declines. Such decline is an alarming symptom of our state of mind. Mankind will not perish for want of information; but only for want of appreciation.
Abraham Joshua Heschel