Thou art a man God is no more Thy own humanity Learn to adore
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The person who does not believe in miracles surely makes it certain that he or she will never take part in one.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Believing in the possibility of miracles is essential to experiencing them.
William Blake suggests that a lack of belief in miracles creates a self-fulfilling prophecy, where skepticism prevents one from recognizing or experiencing extraordinary events. This quote emphasizes the power of belief and the role it plays in shaping our experiences and perceptions of reality.
Themes
BeliefMiraclesPerceptionExperienceReality
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech about the importance of hope and faith.
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