Language does not extend to explaining the Way in detail, but it can be grasped intuitively. Study this book; read a word then ponder on it. If you interpret the meaning loosely you will mistake the Way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The Way cannot be fully explained by words but must be felt intuitively.
- In plain terms
- Understand the Way intuitively, not just by reading words.
- What can you take from it?
- Use intuition to grasp deeper meanings beyond text.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance study with intuition?
Another view
Words are often the only way to transmit knowledge initially.
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