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Mystery Quote by Stephane Mallarme

“Everything that is sacred and that wishes to remain so must envelop itself in mystery.” quote by Stephane Mallarme
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“Everything that is sacred and that wishes to remain so must envelop itself in mystery.”

Stephane Mallarme

About This Quote

Source Poem: L'Après-Midi d'un Faune, 1876

Sacredness is preserved by mystery; revealing too much can diminish reverence.

In simple terms: Mystery protects what is sacred.

Key Takeaway

Preserve mystery around sacred things.

Themes

sacred mystery reverence privacy

Mood

contemplative enigmatic

Type

poetic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • religious rituals
  • artistic creation
  • personal beliefs
  • cultural traditions

Key Concepts

aesthetics spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What do you keep mysterious?
  • When is mystery harmful?
A Different Perspective

Overprotecting mystery may prevent understanding.

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