Consciousness Quote by G. I. Gurdjieff
“Consciousness is a state in which a man knows all at once everything that he in general knows and in which he can see how little he does know and how many contradictions there are in what he knows.”
About This Quote
Source Book: All and Everything, 1949
Consciousness is the awareness of one's limited knowledge and the contradictions within it.
In simple terms: Awareness reveals how little we truly know.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility and continuous learning.
Themes
philosophy
psychology
self‑awareness
knowledge
Mood
reflective
philosophical
Type
spiritual
introspective
When to use this quote
- education
- personal development
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
contradictions
humility
introspection
Questions to Reflect On
- What contradictions have you noticed in your beliefs?
- How can you act despite limited knowledge?
A Different Perspective
May lead to paralysis by analysis.
