It is unity that doth enchant me. By her power I am free though thrall, happy in sorrow, rich in poverty, and quick even in death.
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I cleave the heavens and soar to the infinite. And while I rise from my own globe to others and penetrate ever further through the eternal field. That which others saw from afar, I leave far behind me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the drive to explore beyond current limitations and embrace the boundless possibilities of the universe.
Giordano Bruno's quote reflects a profound aspiration to transcend the ordinary and push the boundaries of human understanding. By expressing a desire to 'cleave the heavens' and 'soar to the infinite,' Bruno captures the essence of human curiosity and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. It highlights the importance of looking beyond the familiar and daring to venture into the unknown, suggesting that true progress and enlightenment come from exploring what lies beyond our immediate perception.
Themes
ExplorationCuriosityInfinityKnowledgeBoundlessness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to encourage students to pursue their dreams, I might say, 'As Giordano Bruno once stated, 'I cleave the heavens and soar to the infinite.'
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All quotes →In space there are countless constellations, suns and planets; we see only the suns because they give light; the planets remain invisible, for they are small and dark. There are also numberless earths circling around their suns.
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I who am in the night will move into the day.
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There is in the universe neither center nor circumference.
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Desire urges me on, while fear bridals me.
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Since I have spread my wings to purpose high,_x000D_ The more beneath my feet the clouds I see,_x000D_ The more I give the winds my pinions free,_x000D_ Spurning the earth and soaring to the sky.
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