When in the spring the withered gray of the pastures gives place to green, this is due to the millions of young shoots which sprout up freshly from the old roots. In like manner the revival of thought which is essential for our time can only come through a transformation of the opinions and ideals of the many brought about by individual and universal reflection about the meaning of life and of the world.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Just as spring revives pastures, transforming societal thought requires individuals to reflect deeply on life and world meaning.
- In plain terms
- Change comes when many people reflect deeply on life.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal reflection on life can drive societal change.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What needs to change in your world?
- What gives your life meaning?
Another view
Individual reflection does not always translate into broad societal change.
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