Asks Quote by Alfred North Whitehead
“In its solitariness the spirit asks, What, in the way of value, is the attainment of life? And it can find no such value till it has merged its individual claim with that of the objective universe. Religion is world-loyalty.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Process and Reality, 1929
The spirit seeks value in life, which only emerges when personal goals align with universal purpose; true religion is loyalty to the world.
In simple terms: Value comes from merging personal aims with universal purpose.
Align personal goals with broader,.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career planning
- spiritual practice
- community service
- environmental activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal values can serve the greater good?
- How do you integrate universal purpose into daily life?
Balancing individuality with collective purpose can be challenging.