Blind Quote by Russell Hoban
“An idea is an eye given by God for the seeing of God. Some of these eyes we cannot bear to look out of; we blind them as quickly as possible.”
About This Quote
Human perception is a divine gift, yet we often avoid confronting profound truths, choosing blindness over insight.
In simple terms: We get a gift to see, but hide from deep truths.
Embrace uncomfortable insights.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- religious contemplation
- artistic creation
- personal crisis
- intellectual debate
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you avoiding?
- How does fear affect perception?
Blindness can be a protective mechanism.