It is well to think well; it is divine to act well.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Thinking is good but taking action is the highest form of virtue.
- In plain terms
- Thinking is good but acting is better.
- What can you take from it?
- Turn thoughts into action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What idea did you hesitate to act on?
Another view
Thinking is still necessary before acting.
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