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“There are those who wish to read everything. Do not try to do this. Let it > alone. The number of books is infinite, and you cannot follow > infinity...For where there is no end, there can be no rest; where there is > no rest, there can be no peace; and where there is no peace, God cannot > dwell.” quote by Hugh of St. Victor
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““There are those who wish to read everything. Do not try to do this. Let it > alone. The number of books is infinite, and you cannot follow > infinity...For where there is no end, there can be no rest; where there is > no rest, there can be no peace; and where there is no peace, God cannot > dwell.””

Hugh of St. Victor

About This Quote

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

Attempting to read everything leads to infinite pursuit, preventing rest and peace; recognizing limits allows divine dwelling.

In simple terms: Infinite reading prevents peace; accept limits.

Key Takeaway

Embrace finite learning.

Themes

knowledge infinity rest peace spirituality

Mood

contemplative philosophical

Type

Books:1 Infinite:1 Infinity:0 Peace:1 Reason:0 Writer:0 God Dwell:0 Books Infinite:0 Follow Infinity:0

When to use this quote

  • reading habits
  • spiritual practice
  • academic focus
  • mindful study
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

philosophy theology human limitation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What boundaries help you focus?
  • How does infinite knowledge affect peace?
A Different Perspective

The quote may idealize restraint over curiosity.

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