Bible Quote by Ursula K. Leguin
““The important thing is not the finding, it is the seeking, it is the devotion with which one spins the wheel of prayer and scripture, discovering the truth little by little. If this machine gave you the truth immediately, you would not recognize it.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lathe of Heaven, 1971
Seeking truth is a gradual, devoted process; instant answers would be unrecognizable.
In simple terms: Truth comes through patient seeking.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the journey of discovery.
Themes
search
truth
patience
devotion
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research
- personal growth
- spiritual practice
- creative work
Key Concepts
philosophy
spirituality
process
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the process of seeking teach you?
- How do you value gradual discovery?
A Different Perspective
Instant answers can diminish appreciation of insight.
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