The goal of mankind is knowledge ... Now this knowledge is…
“The goal of mankind is knowledge ... Now this knowledge is inherent in man. No knowledge comes from outside: it is all inside. What we say a man 'knows', should, in strict psychological language, be what he 'discovers' or 'unveils'; what man 'learns' is really what he discovers by taking the cover off his own soul, which is a mine of infinite knowledge.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Human knowledge is innate; learning is uncovering inner truth rather than acquiring external facts.
In simple terms: Knowledge is inside us, we discover it.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner insight, not external data.
Themes
self‑knowledge
inner truth
philosophy
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- education
- meditation
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
innate wisdom
psychology
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you uncover your inner knowledge?
- What external sources complement inner discovery?
A Different Perspective
May overlook external information and social learning.