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Circle Quote by Lew Welch

“Step out onto the Planet. Draw a circle a hundred feet round. Inside the circle are 300 things nobody understands, and, maybe nobody's ever really seen. How many can you find?” quote by Lew Welch
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“Step out onto the Planet. Draw a circle a hundred feet round. Inside the circle are 300 things nobody understands, and, maybe nobody's ever really seen. How many can you find?”

Lew Welch

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Circle of Mystery, Lew Welch, 1965

Explores the unknown within a defined space, urging curiosity to discover hidden truths.

In simple terms: Seek what lies inside the circle of mystery.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions and explore the unknown.

Themes

curiosity exploration knowledge

Mood

thoughtful inquisitive

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • scientific research
  • creative brainstorming
  • personal introspection

Key Concepts

epistemology metaphor perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • What boundaries limit your understanding?
  • How can you expand your circle of knowledge?
A Different Perspective

The unknown may remain unknowable; not all questions have answers.

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