Come out into the broad light of day, come out from the little narrow paths, for how can the infinite soul rest content to live and die in small ruts?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Soul seeks breadth and freedom from narrow paths. Confining oneself to small routines is limiting for the infinite soul.
- In plain terms
- Leave small paths and live a broad life.
- What can you take from it?
- Live broadly, not in small routines.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where are you confined?
- What is your narrow path?
Another view
Stability sometimes requires staying put.
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