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What else is Wisdom? What of man's endeavour Or God's high…

“What else is Wisdom? What of man's endeavour Or God's high grace, so lovely and so great? To stand from fear set free, to breathe and wait; To hold a hand uplifted over Hate; And shall not Loveliness be loved for ever?” quote by Euripides
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““What else is Wisdom? What of man's endeavour Or God's high grace, so lovely and so great? To stand from fear set free, to breathe and wait; To hold a hand uplifted over Hate; And shall not Loveliness be loved for ever?””

Euripides

About This Quote

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

The quote asks what true wisdom and divine grace are, suggesting they free us from fear, enable patience, and promote love over hate.

In simple terms: Wisdom frees us from fear and encourages love over hate.

Key Takeaway

Seek freedom from fear and practice love.

Themes

wisdom divine grace freedom love patience

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution
  • spiritual practice
  • leadership
  • education

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics human nature

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does wisdom mean to you?
  • How can love overcome hate in your life?
A Different Perspective

It assumes a universal definition of wisdom that may not apply across cultures.

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