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Body Quote by Harold Percival

“A thought has no size in the physical sense but is vast as compared to the physical acts and objects into which it is later precipitated. The power of a thought is enormous and superior to all the successive physical acts, objects, and events that body forth its energy. A thought often endures for…” quote by Harold Percival
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“A thought has no size in the physical sense but is vast as compared to the physical acts and objects into which it is later precipitated. The power of a thought is enormous and superior to all the successive physical acts, objects, and events that body forth its energy. A thought often endures for a time much greater than the whole life of the man who thought it.”

Harold Percival

About This Quote

Source Book: The Book of Knowledge: The Keys of Enoch by Harold W. Percival, 1977

Thoughts are intangible yet far more powerful and lasting than the physical actions they inspire, outlasting even their creator’s life.

In simple terms: Thoughts are powerful and long‑lasting compared to actions.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate powerful thoughts.

Themes

mind power longevity

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • personal development
  • creative projects
  • leadership
  • long‑term planning

Key Concepts

philosophy metaphysics psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you turn a powerful thought into lasting impact?
  • What practices help preserve valuable ideas?
A Different Perspective

Thoughts can be vague and hard to translate into concrete results.

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