From the crown of our head to the sole of our foot.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This phrase emphasizes completeness or totality, referring to every part of a person.
- In plain terms
- It means from head to toe.
- What can you take from it?
- Use this to describe something complete or all-encompassing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does it mean to be fully present?
- How do we measure completeness?
Another view
It is archaic and may confuse modern readers unfamiliar with the phrasing.
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