Skip to content

Intelligence, that sublimation of the sensibility, that…

“Intelligence, that sublimation of the sensibility, that organ of the need to know, is sterilized sensibility.” quote by Remy de Gourmont
Download Open image
“Intelligence, that sublimation of the sensibility, that organ of the need to know, is sterilized sensibility.”

Remy de Gourmont

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Intelligence refines feeling into a disciplined pursuit of knowledge, yet may suppress raw emotion.

In simple terms: Intelligence refines feeling into knowledge.

Key Takeaway

Balance intellect with emotion.

Themes

intelligence sensibility knowledge discipline

Mood

analytical reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic research
  • creative writing
  • emotional intelligence training
  • decision making

Key Concepts

cognitive science philosophy of mind

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does intellect hinder feeling?
  • How can you keep emotions alive in analysis?
A Different Perspective

Over‑rationalization can mute empathy.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Remy de Gourmont

Explore all 90 Remy de Gourmont quotes

More Intellect quotes

Browse all 2,026 Intellect quotes