Creativity Quote by Jean-François de Saint-Lambert
““Genius: Range of mind, power of imagination, and responsiveness of soul: this is genius. The man of genius has a soul with greater range, can therefore be struck by the feelings of all beings, is concerned with everything in nature, and never receives an idea that does not evoke a feeling. Everything stirs him and everything is retained within him. When the soul has been moved by an object itself, it is even more affected by the memory of the object. But in a man of genius imagination goes further: it recalls ideas with a more vivid feeling than it received them, because to these ideas are connected a thousand others more appropriate to arouse the feeling.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: “On Genius”, 1765
Genius blends vast imagination, deep feeling, and sensitivity to all beings, allowing vivid recall and creative expansion.
In simple terms: Genius is deep feeling plus imagination.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy and imagination.
Themes
genius
creativity
empathy
mind
imagination
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- scientific discovery
- teaching
- personal growth
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture a more empathetic imagination?
- What role does feeling play in your ideas?
A Different Perspective
Not everyone can access such depth; practice is required.
