Altars Quote by Sri Aurobindo
“Our human knowledge is a candle burnt On a dim altar to a sun-vast Truth.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Savitri, 1922
Human knowledge is tiny compared to the vast, illuminating truth that exists beyond our limited understanding.
In simple terms: Knowledge is a small candle before the sun.
Key Takeaway
Seek broader truth beyond current knowledge.
Themes
philosophy
spirituality
knowledge
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- academic study
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
metaphysics
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “sun‑vast Truth” mean to you?
- How can we expand our perception?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be inaccessible to ordinary perception.
