So shall we come to look at the world with new eyes. It…
“So shall we come to look at the world with new eyes. It shall answer the endless inquiry of the intellect, — What is truth? and of the affections, — What is good? by yielding itself passive to the educated Will. ... Build, therefore, your own world. As fast as you conform your life to the pure idea in your mind, that will unfold its great proportions. A correspondent revolution in things will attend the influx of the spirit.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The mind must actively shape reality, aligning life with pure ideas to transform the world.
In simple terms: Think and act to shape your reality.
Align actions with your highest ideas.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- creative projects
- social change
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you translate a pure idea into concrete action?
- What obstacles might resist your vision?
Ideas alone cannot change external conditions without effort.