Born Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“We are born to inquire after truth; it belongs to a greater power to possess it. It is not, as Democritus said, hid in the bottom of the deeps, but rather elevated to an infinite height in the divine knowledge.”
About This Quote
Human curiosity seeks truth, which is ultimately a divine attribute, not hidden in the earth but elevated to a spiritual realm.
In simple terms: Truth is a divine, elevated pursuit.
Key Takeaway
Seek truth as a spiritual quest.
Themes
philosophy
truth
spirituality
human nature
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal meditation
- ethical decision‑making
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
metaphysics
divine knowledge
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile secular and spiritual truths?
- What role does divine belief play in your search for truth?
A Different Perspective
It may assume a specific religious framework.
