All differences in this world are of degree, and not of kind, because oneness is the secret of everything.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- All differences are merely matters of degree, not kind, because oneness is the fundamental truth of everything.
- In plain terms
- Everything is connected; differences are just small changes not big ones.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize oneness despite apparent differences.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where do you see oneness?
- How do differences divide us?
Another view
Ignoring real differences can sometimes invalidate unique experiences.
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