Effects Quote by Sri Aurobindo
“The human mind moves always forward, alters its viewpoint and enlarges its thought substance, and the effect of these changes is to render past systems of thinking obsolete or, when they are preserved, to extend, to modify and subtly or visibly to alter their value.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Life Divine, Sri Aurobindo, 1931
Thought evolves, making old ideas outdated or reshaped, expanding understanding over time.
In simple terms: Ideas change and grow, making old views less relevant.
Embrace change and let ideas evolve.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal development
- academic research
- creative problem solving
- cultural shift
- technological innovation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you update outdated beliefs?
- When is it better to preserve and adapt an old idea?
Old frameworks may still hold value if adapted thoughtfully.