And a man said, speak to us of self-knowledge. and he…
““And a man said, speak to us of self-knowledge. and he answered, saying: Your hearts know in silence the secrets of the days and the nights. But your ears thirst for the sound of your heart's knowledge. You would know in words that which you have always known in thought. You would touch with your fingers the naked body of your dreams. And it is well that you should. The hidden well-spring of your soul must needs rise and run murmuring to the sea; and the treasure of your infinite depths would be revealed to your eyes. But let there be no scales to weigh your unknown treasure; And seek not the depths of your knowledge with staff or sounding line. For self is a sea boundless and measureless.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Self‑knowledge is innate, yet we chase it with external tools, missing the quiet inner truth that flows naturally.
In simple terms: We already know ourselves inside; we just need to listen.
Key Takeaway
Trust inner silence over external validation.
Themes
self‑discovery
inner truth
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
reflective
Type
poetic
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- journaling
- creative expression
- mindful listening
Key Concepts
intuition
inner voice
boundless self
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you quiet external noise to hear your inner voice?
- What practices help you trust your innate wisdom?
A Different Perspective
External methods can distract from authentic insight.