Admire Quote by Marianne Moore
“... we do not admire what we cannot understand.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Fish” by Marianne Moore, 1921
We tend to admire only what we can grasp intellectually, overlooking mystery
In simple terms: We admire what we understand, not what we don’t
Key Takeaway
Seek to appreciate the unknown
Themes
curiosity
humility
understanding
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- art appreciation
- science
- cultural differences
- personal growth
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you admire without fully understanding?
- How does mystery enrich life?
A Different Perspective
Understanding isn’t the sole path to admiration
