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“Wisdom, sits alone, topmost in heaven: she is its light, its God; and in the heart of man she sits as high, though groveling minds forget her oftentimes, seeing but this world's idols.” quote by Nathaniel Parker Willis
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“Wisdom, sits alone, topmost in heaven: she is its light, its God; and in the heart of man she sits as high, though groveling minds forget her oftentimes, seeing but this world's idols.”

Nathaniel Parker Willis

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown, 19th century poetry collection

Wisdom is a lofty, divine light that resides both in heaven and within the human heart, though people often ignore it for worldly idols.

In simple terms: Wisdom is a divine light inside us, often forgotten for worldly things.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner wisdom over fleeting idols.

Themes

wisdom spirituality human nature

Mood

contemplative reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • meditation
  • ethical decisions

Key Concepts

divine light inner guidance idolatry

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you honor inner wisdom daily?
  • What idols distract you from deeper truth?
A Different Perspective

Wisdom alone cannot solve practical problems without action.

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