Cases Quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
“For I think it is the case with genius that it is not when quiescent so very much above mediocrity as the difference between the two might lead us to think, but that it has the power and privilege of rising from that level to a height utterly far from mediocrity: in other words that its greatness is that it can be so great.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Windhover" (or similar) by Gerard Manley Hopkins, 1877
Genius is not merely above mediocrity; it possesses the ability to rise dramatically beyond it, making its greatness evident.
In simple terms: Genius can lift itself far above mediocrity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and nurture the potential to rise.
Themes
genius
potential
elevation
excellence
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
aspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
literary
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- artistic creation
- scientific discovery
- personal growth
Key Concepts
self‑actualization
aspiration
creative power
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives you to surpass mediocrity?
- Can you identify your own rising potential?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone can achieve such elevation.
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