Belief Quote by Phineas Quimby
“Every one is made of matter, and matter is continually going through a chemical change. This change is life, not wisdom, but life, like vegetable or mineral life. Every idea is matter, so of course it contains life in the name of something that can be changed. Motion, or change, is life. Ideas have life. A belief has life, or matter; for it can be changed. Now, all the aforesaid make up man; and all this can be changed.”
About This Quote
Matter constantly transforms, and those transformations constitute life; ideas, beliefs, and humans are all mutable matter.
In simple terms: Life is continual change of matter.
Key Takeaway
Embrace change as essential to existence.
Themes
change
matter
life
ideas
beliefs
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- scientific study
- creative work
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
philosophy
metaphysics
ontology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing change alter your self‑concept?
- In what ways can you consciously shape your transformations?
A Different Perspective
Change may be imperceptible, making its impact hard to measure.
