Admirable Quote by David Berman
“Suppose one who had always continued blind be told by his guide that after he has advanced so many steps he shall come to the brink of a precipice, or be stopped by a wall; must not this to him seem very admirable and surprising? He cannot conceive how it is possible for mortals to frame such predictions as these, which to him would seem as strange and unaccountable as prophesy doth to others. Even they who are blessed with the visive faculty may (though familiarity make it less observed) find therein sufficient cause of admiration.”
About This Quote
The quote reflects on human awe at prophetic predictions and the difficulty of understanding destiny, especially when faced with unexpected obstacles.
In simple terms: People find predictions amazing and hard to grasp.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty and question predictions.
Themes
wonder
prediction
human nature
destiny
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- exploring new ideas
- making decisions
- dealing with setbacks
- interpreting advice
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
fate
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you react to warnings about future challenges?
- Do you trust your own intuition over others' forecasts?
A Different Perspective
Predictions can be self‑fulfilling or misleading.
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