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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.” quote by Alfred North Whitehead
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“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.”

Alfred North Whitehead

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.

Key Takeaway

Align personal goals with broader,.

Themes

spirit value universal purpose religion loyalty

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical spiritual

When to use this quote

  • career planning
  • spiritual practice
  • community service
  • environmental activism

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics metaphysics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What personal values can serve the greater good?
  • How do you integrate universal purpose into daily life?
A Different Perspective

Balancing individuality with collective purpose can be challenging.

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