Is man all man and is woman all woman? If so, they will…
““Is man all man and is woman all woman? If so, they will never come together, since he lives for his own being and she lives for universal life, and these are opposites.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
If men and women are wholly themselves, they remain apart, living for self versus universal life.
In simple terms: Total self-focus prevents unity.
Seek balance between self and shared purpose.
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When to use this quote
- philosopher
- writer
- sociologist
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Questions to Reflect On
- thoughtful
- reflective
- philosophical
how can self-interest be balanced with communal care?;what does “universal life” mean to you?