The end of wisdom is to dream high enough to lose the…
“The end of wisdom is to dream high enough to lose the dream in the seeking of it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
True wisdom lies in aiming so high that the pursuit eclipses the original goal, emphasizing the journey over the destination.
In simple terms: Dream big, lose sight of the dream in pursuit.
Aim high and value the pursuit.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career aspirations
- artistic creation
- spiritual quests
- academic research
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to lose the dream in seeking it?
- When does ambition become counterproductive?
Overreaching can cause burnout or loss of direction.