Altars Quote by Okakura Kakuzo
“In the worship of Bacchus, we have sacrificed too freely… Why not consecrate ourselves to the queen of the Camelias, and revel in the warm stream of sympathy that flows from her altar? In the liquid amber within the ivory-porcelain, the initiated may touch the sweet reticence of Confucius...”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Book of Tea, Okakura Kakuzo, 1906
Seek emotional nourishment from compassionate, artistic sources rather than indulgent excess.
In simple terms: Find comfort in empathy and art.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy and artistic appreciation.
Themes
empathy
art
spiritual nourishment
balance
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- art therapy
- community art projects
- mindful listening
- literary circles
- rituals of gratitude
Key Concepts
aestheticism
humanism
compassion
Questions to Reflect On
- Can art replace material comforts?
- How does empathy shape personal growth?
A Different Perspective
Some may view artistic devotion as impractical in daily life.
