Knowing Quote by Miyamoto Musashi
““By knowing what exist, you can know that which does not exist. That is the void. People in this world look at things mistakenly, and think that what they do not understand must be the void. This is not the true void. It is confusion.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "Book Five of The Book of Five Rings", 1645
Understanding existence reveals the non‑existence of the void, but confusion arises when ignorance is mistaken for emptiness.
In simple terms: Knowing what is helps define what isn’t.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity to avoid confusion.
Themes
philosophy
perception
knowledge
emptiness
mindfulness
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
serene
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Meditation
- study of philosophy
- critical thinking
- creative problem solving
Key Concepts
Ontology
cognitive bias
mental models
Questions to Reflect On
- How does knowledge shape our sense of emptiness?
- Can ignorance ever be productive?
A Different Perspective
The void concept varies across cultures.
