Rasputin

Russian mystic

Modern influential 88 sayings

Sayings by Rasputin

I fear no man, only God.

c. 1910s — Reported statement, asserting his piety and fearlessness.
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Love all God's creation, the whole and every grain of sand in it. Love every leaf, every ray of God's light. Love the animals, love the plants, love everything. If you love everything, you will perceive the divine mystery in things. Once you perceive it, you will begin to comprehend it better and better every day. And you will come at last to love the whole world with an all-embracing love.

c. 1910s — A more philosophical and less controversial quote attributed to him, reflecting a mystical side.
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I have seen the face of God, and it is beautiful.

c. 1910s — Reported spiritual experience.
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The true faith is not in books, but in the heart.

c. 1910s — Reported statement, emphasizing personal spiritual experience.
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My soul is pure, even if my body is not.

c. 1910s — Reported defense of his character amidst accusations of debauchery.
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I am a vessel for God's will.

c. 1910s — Reported statement, expressing his perceived role.
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The more you suffer, the closer you are to God.

c. 1910s — Reported spiritual teaching.
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I will always be with you, even after my death.

c. 1916 — Reported reassurance to the Imperial family.
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