All things Quote by Nicholas of Cusa
“Within itself the soul sees all things more truly than as they exist in different things outside itself. And the more it goes out unto other things in order to know them, the more it enters into itself in order to know itself.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: De Docta Ignorantia by Nicholas of Cusa, 1440
The soul perceives truth more clearly within itself than through external objects; seeking external knowledge ultimately deepens self‑knowledge.
In simple terms: Self‑knowledge outweighs external observation.
Key Takeaway
Look inward for true understanding.
Themes
philosophy
self‑knowledge
perception
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- meditation
- personal growth
- academic study
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
inner truth
Questions to Reflect On
- How does external study reflect back on self?
- What inner truths emerge when you stop seeking outside?
A Different Perspective
External learning can distract from inner insight.
