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Human soul Quote by George Berkeley

“Whatever the world thinks, he who hath not much meditated upon God, the human soul, and the summum bonum, may possibly make a thriving earthworm, but will most indubitably make a sorry patriot and a sorry statesman.” quote by George Berkeley
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“Whatever the world thinks, he who hath not much meditated upon God, the human soul, and the summum bonum, may possibly make a thriving earthworm, but will most indubitably make a sorry patriot and a sorry statesman.”

George Berkeley

About This Quote

Source Treatise: Principles of Human Knowledge, 1710

Without deep contemplation of higher truths, one may become a shallow patriot and ineffective statesman.

In simple terms: Lack of philosophical depth leads to poor leadership.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate reflective thought.

Themes

philosophy politics leadership spirituality

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • education
  • public service
  • personal development

Key Concepts

metaphysics ethics citizenship

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does meditation shape civic duty?
  • What practices foster deeper insight?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify complex political issues.

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