Acting Quote by Thomas Carlyle
“In a symbol there is concealment and yet revelation: here therefore, by silence and by speech acting together, comes a double significance. In the symbol proper, what we can call a symbol, there is ever, more or less distinctly and directly, some embodiment and revelation of the Infinite; the Infinite is made to blend itself with the Finite, to stand visible, and as it were, attainable there. By symbols, accordingly, is man guided and commanded, made happy, made wretched.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Sartor Resartus, Thomas Carlyle, 1833
Symbols conceal deeper truths while also revealing them, linking the infinite with the finite to guide human experience.
In simple terms: Symbols hide and show meaning, connecting the endless to the everyday.
Key Takeaway
Seek hidden meanings in everyday signs.
Themes
philosophy
symbolism
human nature
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- art interpretation
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
metaphysics
duality
communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do symbols shape your perception of reality?
- When have you missed a hidden meaning?
A Different Perspective
Symbols can be ambiguous, leading to misinterpretation.
