There is no feeling, except the extremes of fear and grief, that does not find relief in music.
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The fool,fixed in his folly,may think He can turn the wheel on which he turns.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Awareness of one's ignorance is crucial for growth and change.
This quote by T. S. Eliot highlights the idea that a person who is unyieldingly stuck in their own misconceptions or foolishness may believe they have control over their circumstances. However, true wisdom comes from recognizing the limitations of one's understanding and being open to learning and change.
Themes
FollyWisdomIgnoranceAwarenessChange
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about personal growth, one might say, 'Remember what T. S. Eliot said: The fool, fixed in his folly, may think he can turn the wheel on which he turns.'
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