--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Therefore when the mind knows itself and…" description: "\"Therefore when the mind knows itself and loves itself, there remains a trinity, that is the mind, love and knowledge.\" — Peter Lombard" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f25/peter-lombard-79184_itself_therefore-when-the-mind-knows-itself-and_2037427.jpg" --- # Therefore when the mind knows itself and loves itself… ![“Therefore when the mind knows itself and loves itself, there remains a trinity, that is the mind, love and knowledge.” quote by Peter Lombard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f25/peter-lombard-79184_itself_therefore-when-the-mind-knows-itself-and_2037427.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f25/peter-lombard-79184_itself_therefore-when-the-mind-knows-itself-and_2037427.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/f25/peter-lombard-79184_itself_therefore-when-the-mind-knows-itself-and_2037427.jpg) > “Therefore when the mind knows itself and loves itself, there remains a trinity, that is the mind, love and knowledge.” 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. Self‑knowledge, self‑love, and wisdom form a unified trinity of the mind. **In simple terms:** Knowing, loving, and understanding oneself creates unity. Key Takeaway Cultivate self‑awareness and compassion. Themes philosophy psychology spirituality Mood contemplative inspirational Type philosophical spiritual When to use this quote - personal therapy - meditation - educational settings Key Concepts self‑knowledge self‑love wisdom Questions to Reflect On - What does self‑knowledge mean to you? - How can you practice self‑love? 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