Abiding Quote by Percy Jewett Burrell
“It is a truism that as long as man loves but himself and his art he can never attain to the full measure of manhood or reach the sublimest heights of his art. He must seek to love men as brothers and art, not for the sake of art itself, but art as a means toward bringing all men up to that verdant plateau where their souls may be fed in very rejoicing in all that is true, beautiful, and abiding.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unknown source, possibly personal reflection
Manhood requires loving others, not just self and art; art should uplift humanity.
In simple terms: Love others, use art to lift people.
Key Takeaway
Seek community, let art serve humanity.
Themes
humanity
art
growth
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- teaching
- community building
- creative collaboration
- leadership
- social activism
Key Concepts
altruism
philosophy
selflessness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you let your work serve others?
- What does “verdant plateau” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Self‑centered focus limits impact.
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