Life Quote by Idries Shah
““Wisdom Sufian said: 'The wisdom which is invisible but which sustains is a hundred times better than the appearance of wisdom, for that has itself to be sustained.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sufis, Idries Shah, 1964
True wisdom is unseen and sustaining, far surpassing superficial displays of knowledge that require external support.
In simple terms: Invisible wisdom sustains better than visible, fragile knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Seek depth over appearance.
Themes
wisdom
spirituality
inner truth
appearance vs reality
Mood
reflective
serene
inspirational
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- study
- mentorship
- personal growth
Key Concepts
sustenance
inner knowledge
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you recognize unseen wisdom in life?
- What practices help cultivate inner understanding?
A Different Perspective
Visible wisdom can be misleading; inner insight may be hard to verify.
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