It is worth the while to detect new faculties in man,--he…
“It is worth the while to detect new faculties in man,--he is so much the more divine; and anything that fairly excites our admiration expands us. The Indian, who can find his way so wonderfully in the woods, possesses an intelligence which the white man does not,--and it increases my own capacity, as well as faith, to observe it. I rejoice to find that intelligence flows in other channels than I knew. It redeems for me portions of what seemed brutish before.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Recognizing diverse intelligences expands our worldview and diminishes ethnocentric bias, enriching humanity.
In simple terms: Valuing diverse intelligence
Key Takeaway
Other cultures broaden our mind
Themes
cultural relativism
intelligence
diversity
humility
growth
Mood
curious
respectful
Type
intellectual
inspirational
When to use this quote
- cross‑cultural research
- education reform
- travel experiences
Key Concepts
anthropology
Practical Applications
- curriculum design
- public lecture
Questions to Reflect On
- How does acknowledging other intelligences change your self‑view?
- What practical steps can you take to honor this insight?