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“He can go about his business, so completely satisfied to see and be part of the divine Order of Things that he will never even be tempted. When all things are perceived as infinite and holy, what motive can we have for covetousness, for drearier forms of pleasure?” quote by Aldous Huxley
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““He can go about his business, so completely satisfied to see and be part of the divine Order of Things that he will never even be tempted. When all things are perceived as infinite and holy, what motive can we have for covetousness, for drearier forms of pleasure?””

Aldous Huxley

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Seeing all as infinite and holy eliminates envy and selfish desire.

In simple terms: Seeing everything as sacred removes greed.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate reverence for the whole.

Themes

spirituality contentment enlightenment holism ethics

Mood

tranquil inspired

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • environmental activism
  • artistic creation
  • community building

Key Concepts

philosophy literature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does seeing the world as sacred affect daily choices?
  • Can reverence replace ambition?
A Different Perspective

Even with reverence, practical needs may conflict with idealism.

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