Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow... even if that someone is yourself!
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The eyes of the soul of the multitudes are unable to endure the vision of the divine.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that most people cannot withstand the truth or the beauty of divine knowledge.
Plato's quote reflects on the limitations of human perception and understanding when faced with the overwhelming nature of the divine or ultimate reality. He implies that while many may seek to understand deeper truths, the sheer magnitude of such visions can be too intense for the common person to bear, highlighting the challenges of grasping philosophical and spiritual enlightenment.
Themes
SoulVisionDivineTruthPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on spirituality, one might quote this to emphasize the challenge of understanding higher truths.
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