Beautiful Quote by Savitri Devi
“We believe that man's value - as every creature's value, ultimately - lies not in the mere intellect but in the spirit: in the capacity to reflect that which, for lack of a more precise word, we choose to call “the divine,” i.e. that which is true and beautiful beyond all manifestation, that which remains timeless (and therefore unchangeable) within all changes.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Theosophical Treatise, Savitri Devi, 1948
Human worth lies not in intellect but in a timeless, beautiful spirit that reflects truth and divinity beyond change.
In simple terms: Value in spirit over intellect.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner reflection of timeless truth.
Themes
spirituality
philosophy
beauty
truth
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- art appreciation
- meditation
- education
- leadership
Key Concepts
metaphysics
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one recognize the timeless spirit?
- What role does beauty play in moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
Concept of “the divine” is vague and culturally specific.
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