Knowledge Quote by Idries Shah
““He who knows himself, knows his Lord' means, among other things, that self-deception prevents knowledge.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sufis, 1964
Self‑knowledge reveals that self‑deception blocks true understanding of the divine.
In simple terms: Self‑deception blocks true knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate honest self‑reflection.
Themes
self‑knowledge
deception
spirituality
Mood
introspective
spiritual
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- Meditation practice
- personal introspection
- spiritual seeking
Key Concepts
Mysticism
Psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What self‑deceptions do you hold?
- How can honesty improve spiritual insight?
A Different Perspective
Self‑deception is hard to detect.
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