--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: But the mind is here accepted not for the…" description: "\"But the mind is here accepted not for the soul, but for that which is the more excellent in the soul.\" — Peter Lombard" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/068/peter-lombard-79184_accepted_but-the-mind-is-here-accepted-not-for-th_2238724.jpg" --- # But the mind is here accepted not for the soul, but for… ![“But the mind is here accepted not for the soul, but for that which is the more excellent in the soul.” quote by Peter Lombard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/068/peter-lombard-79184_accepted_but-the-mind-is-here-accepted-not-for-th_2238724.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/068/peter-lombard-79184_accepted_but-the-mind-is-here-accepted-not-for-th_2238724.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/068/peter-lombard-79184_accepted_but-the-mind-is-here-accepted-not-for-th_2238724.jpg) > “But the mind is here accepted not for the soul, but for that which is the more excellent in the soul.” Peter Lombard ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The intellect is valued not for the soul itself but for its higher, more noble function within the soul. **In simple terms:** Intellect serves a higher purpose in the soul. Key Takeaway Cultivate intellect for spiritual growth. Themes philosophy theology human nature Mood contemplative inspirational Type philosophical theological When to use this quote - education - spiritual practice - ethical decision making - personal development Key Concepts metaphysics virtue ethics Questions to Reflect On - What higher purpose does your intellect serve? - How does intellect relate to moral character? 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