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“We may be surrounded by some greater reality, to which we are oblivious. And even if we could somehow perceive it in some entirely new way, it is extremely doubtful we would be able to comprehend what we perceived.” quote by Louis Sachar
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“We may be surrounded by some greater reality, to which we are oblivious. And even if we could somehow perceive it in some entirely new way, it is extremely doubtful we would be able to comprehend what we perceived.”

Louis Sachar

About This Quote

Source Novel: Holes, 1998

Suggests reality may be beyond human perception, and even if perceived, comprehension may be limited.

In simple terms: There may be realities we can't fully grasp.

Key Takeaway

Accept limits of understanding.

Themes

philosophy epistemology existentialism

Mood

thoughtful curious

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • theoretical research
  • spiritual practice
  • artistic expression
  • education

Key Concepts

metaphysics cognitive limits

Questions to Reflect On

  • What might we be missing now?
  • Can new senses change our reality?
A Different Perspective

Human cognition may eventually expand to grasp more.

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