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Alive Quote by Anton Chekhov

“Perhaps man has a hundred senses, and when he dies the five senses that we know perish with him, and the other ninety-five remain alive... Everything that is unattainable for us now will one day be near and clear... But we must work.” quote by Anton Chekhov
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“Perhaps man has a hundred senses, and when he dies the five senses that we know perish with him, and the other ninety-five remain alive... Everything that is unattainable for us now will one day be near and clear... But we must work.”

Anton Chekhov

About This Quote

Source Short Story: "The Senses", 1901

Beyond the five known senses, many unseen capacities await; effort reveals them.

In simple terms: Unseen abilities emerge with effort.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate curiosity and perseverance.

Themes

perception potential effort

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • learning new skills
  • creative problem solving
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

human senses metaphysical possibility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What unseen potential do you suspect in yourself?
  • How does effort unlock new abilities?
A Different Perspective

Not all hidden senses are accessible to everyone.

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