Consciousness Quote by Sa'd Ud Din Mahmud Shabistari
““Thinking Thinking is passing from the false to the true and seeing the Absolute Whole in the part. When the idea enters the mind, it is a reminiscence of a former state, and passes on to interpretation. . . . He who sees by illumination discerns God first in everything. But he who sees by logic only, and seeks to prove the necessary, is bewildered and sometimes travels backward in a circle, or is imprisoned in a chain of proofs. Fool! He seeks the dazzling sun by the dim light of a candle in the desert.””
About This Quote
True understanding moves from falsehood to truth, seeing the whole in parts; logic alone can trap one, while illumination reveals deeper reality.
In simple terms: Illumination reveals truth beyond logic.
Key Takeaway
Seek insight beyond mere logic.
Themes
philosophy
truth
illumination
logic
spiritual insight
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- study
- meditation
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
knowledge
interpretation
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does illumination differ from logical proof?
- When does logic become limiting?
A Different Perspective
May be abstract for practical use.
