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Another world Quote by Frank Herbert

“Think you of the fact that a deaf person cannot hear. Then, what deafness may we not all possess? What senses do we lack that we cannot see and cannot hear another world all around us?” quote by Frank Herbert
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“Think you of the fact that a deaf person cannot hear. Then, what deafness may we not all possess? What senses do we lack that we cannot see and cannot hear another world all around us?”

Frank Herbert

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dune, 1965

The quote invites contemplation of unseen sensory limits, urging awareness of non‑visual, non‑auditory perception.

In simple terms: We miss senses beyond sight and sound.

Key Takeaway

Explore hidden ways of knowing.

Themes

perception awareness limits

Mood

curious philosophical

Type

provocative introspective

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • art appreciation
  • scientific research
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

sensory perception epistemology introspection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What senses do we ignore?
  • How can we develop new perception?
A Different Perspective

Not all "senses" are literal, may be metaphorical.

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