Appetite Quote by John Lancaster Spalding
“We have no sympathy with those who are controlled by ideas and passions which we neither understand nor feel. Thus they who live to satisfy the appetites do not believe it possible to live in and for the soul.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Soul of Man, 1910
People driven solely by unexamined ideas and passions cannot truly nurture their souls, as they lack deeper understanding and empathy.
In simple terms: Blind passion hinders spiritual growth.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate self‑awareness and empathy.
Themes
spirituality
empathy
self‑knowledge
passion
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- personal development
- education
- mental health
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
human nature
ethical living
inner growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What passions can be both rational and soulful?
- How can we bridge understanding between differing drives?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks rational passion's positive role.
