A soul without reflection, like a pile Without inhabitant, to ruin runs.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A soul without reflection is doomed to ruin like an empty building.
- In plain terms
- Without reflection, the soul is ruined.
- What can you take from it?
- Reflect to avoid spiritual ruin.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How often do you reflect?
- What happens without introspection?
Another view
It implies neglect always leads to ruin.
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