Those things that nature denied to human sight, she revealed to the eyes of the soul.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Insights come to the mind when physical sight cannot see.
- In plain terms
- Things hidden from eyes are shown to the mind.
- What can you take from it?
- True understanding comes from within.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you see beyond sight?
- How do you learn?
Another view
Physical senses often provide necessary facts too.
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