Every reflection that exists is set in motion by the object of the reflection

But truth, because it is imageless, does not imprint on the intellect in its reflection | with any material or composite thought. | It has been well said by a certain God-clothed sage | “The intellect that gazes on God is freed from material imprints.” | Thus every image that is established in the intellect is less than truth. | Reflection on God sets the intellect above images. | 3.2.36, p. 108