--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: The mole is an animal that digs passages…" description: "\"The mole is an animal that digs passages searching for the sun. Sometimes he reaches the surface. When he looks at the sun he goes blind.\" — Alejandro ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a39/alejandro-jodorowsky-1890_animal_the-mole-is-an-animal-that-digs-passages_1676233.png" --- # The mole is an animal that digs passages searching for the… ![“The mole is an animal that digs passages searching for the sun. Sometimes he reaches the surface. When he looks at the sun he goes blind.” quote by Alejandro Jodorowsky](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a39/alejandro-jodorowsky-1890_animal_the-mole-is-an-animal-that-digs-passages_1676233.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a39/alejandro-jodorowsky-1890_animal_the-mole-is-an-animal-that-digs-passages_1676233.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/a39/alejandro-jodorowsky-1890_animal_the-mole-is-an-animal-that-digs-passages_1676233.png) > “The mole is an animal that digs passages searching for the sun. Sometimes he reaches the surface. When he looks at the sun he goes blind.” [Alejandro Jodorowsky](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/alejandro-jodorowsky/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The mole’s quest for sunlight leads to blindness, symbolizing the danger of seeking truth without preparation. **In simple terms:** Seeking truth without preparation can blind you. Key Takeaway Prepare and temper curiosity with caution. Themes knowledge seeking danger of ignorance illumination blindness Mood cautionary mythic thoughtful Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - scientific research - spiritual practice - personal growth Key Concepts epistemology mythic symbolism Questions to Reflect On - What truths are you chasing without readiness? - How can you balance curiosity with safety? 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