We meet With few utterly dull and stupid souls: the…
“We meet With few utterly dull and stupid souls: the sublime and transcendent are still fewer; the generality of mankind stand between these two extremes: the interval is filled with multitudes of ordinary geniuses, but all very useful, and the ornaments and supports of the commonwealth.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He observes society’s spectrum from dull to sublime, noting many useful ordinary geniuses.
In simple terms: Society ranges from dull to sublime, with many useful ordinary people.
Key Takeaway
Value ordinary contributions.
Themes
society
human nature
utility
Mood
observational
analytical
Type
social
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education
- team building
- community planning
Key Concepts
social hierarchy
human potential
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize hidden talent?
- What role do ordinary people play in progress?
A Different Perspective
Ordinary genius can be overlooked.