If we understood the world, we would realize that there is a logic of harmony underlying its manifold apparent dissonances.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Sibelius suggests that apparent chaos in the world follows a deeper logical harmony if understood.
- In plain terms
- The world seems messy but has a hidden harmonious logic.
- What can you take from it?
- Look for underlying order even when things seem chaotic.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What hidden orders do you see in chaos?
- Does everything truly have a reason?
Another view
Assuming harmony exists might ignore genuine suffering or disorder.
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