“I have seen such things—” said Aquinas. “I have seen such things—” said John of the Cross. “I have seen such things—” said Plato. And they all lived out the rest of their lives in a glorious daze.
“If you’re worshiping things, it means you’re not really leading a full life. It’s healthy to admire; all of my musical growth has come out of admiration. But to worship, that’s taking it too far. You’ve got to get yourself together if you do that.”