Science is the language of the Temporal world, Love is that of the Spiritual world. Thus man takes note of more than he is able to explain, while the Angelic Spirit sees and comprehends. Science depresses man; Love exalts the Angel. Science is still seeking, Love has found. Man judges Nature according to his own relations to her; the Angelic Spirit judges it in its relation to Heaven. In short, all things have a voice for the Spirit.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Science speaks the language of the temporal world; love speaks the language of the spiritual. Science seeks, love has found; science depresses, love exalts.
- In plain terms
- Science explains the material world while love reveals the spiritual, each with different effects on humanity.
- What can you take from it?
- Balance rational inquiry with loving compassion.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How can love enhance scientific discovery?
- When does scientific rigor hinder spiritual growth?
Another view
The dichotomy simplifies the complex relationship between emotion and reason.
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