Quantum Satis

Quantum satis, a medicine and pharmacology term in Latin which means “The amount which is enough or a sufficient quantity”. Any ingredient in a tablet for example that is below the required measurement renders the medicine ineffective.  

I remember a story of some seminarians being afraid of their strict professor. One day, they were asks certain questions and few could answer well. The professor fumed and said “Yan lang ba ang utak na ibibigay niyo sa Diyos!? (Is that the only brain you can give to the Lord!?) quantum satis for God!”

When it comes to God, scanty amount is not enough, it should always be “Quantum Satis” “sufficient  quantity”.  When we give our all, even if our all is just as small as a mustard seed, so be it, so long as it is our all!

Having “quantum satis” mentality can mean a lot of difference in our lives. We will desire for what is best for our relationships, our career, our families and yes our spiritual life.

by aats