I believe that there is an ideal hovering over the earth, an ideal of that Paradise which is not the mere outcome of imagination, but the ultimate reality towards which all things are moving. I believe that this vision of Paradise is to be seen in the sunlight, and the green of the earth, in the flowing streams, in the beauty of springtime and the repose of a winter morning. Everywhere in this earth the spirit of Paradise is awake and sending forth its voice.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- An ideal vision of perfection exists in the world and guides all things forward.
- In plain terms
- A vision of paradise is present in nature and reality, not just in imagination.
- What can you take from it?
- Look for the ideal in the real world around you.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you see the ideal in reality?
- Do you believe the world is moving toward a better state?
Another view
Nature can be harsh; assuming it reflects an ideal can be naive.
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