Abstract Quote by Josiah Royce
“The unique eludes us; yet we remain faithful to the ideal of it; and in spite of sense and of our merely abstract thinking, it becomes for us the most real thing in the actual world, although for us it is the elusive goal of an infinite quest.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The World of Ideas, 1915
The elusive ideal drives us, becoming our most tangible reality despite its abstract nature.
In simple terms: The ideal is both distant and real.
Key Takeaway
Pursue the ideal despite its intangibility.
Themes
philosophy
idealism
human aspiration
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- scientific research
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
metaphysics
existential quest
Questions to Reflect On
- What ideals guide your life?
- How do you balance ideal and practicality?
A Different Perspective
Can lead to endless dissatisfaction.
