The hidden well-spring of your soul must needs rise and…
““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. Say not, “I have found the truth,” but rather, “I have found a truth.” Say not, “I have found the path of the soul.” Say rather, “I have met the soul walking upon my path.” For the soul walks upon all paths. The soul walks not upon a line, neither does it grow like a reed. The soul unfolds itself, like a lotus of countless petals.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True insight comes from inner, boundless exploration, not from measuring or claiming absolute knowledge.
In simple terms: Seek inner truth, not measured facts.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility in learning.
Themes
spirituality
self‑knowledge
humility
Mood
reflective
poetic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- creative writing
- therapy
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
boundless self
inner treasure
lotus metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner truths have you ignored?
- How can you honor the unknown in yourself?
A Different Perspective
Over‑intellectualizing can hinder feeling.