The small wisdom is like water in a glass: clear, transparent, pure. The great wisdom is like the water in the sea: dark, mysterious, impenetrable.
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The artist is the lover of nature; therefore he is her slave and her master.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The artist has a deep connection with nature, feeling both bound to it and in control of it.
This quote by Rabindranath Tagore highlights the dual relationship that artists have with nature. They are both enamored by its beauty and complexities, which makes them devoted to it like a lover, while at the same time, their creative expression allows them to manipulate and 'master' the essence of nature in their art.
Themes
ArtistNatureLoveCreativityArt
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of art education, you might quote Tagore to emphasize the connection between artists and the natural world.
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