Body Quote by Walt Whitman
“I have said that the soul is not more than the body, And I have said that the body is not more than the soul, And nothing, not God, is greater to one than one's-self is,”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Song of the Open Road”, 1855
The soul and body are equal; self‑worth surpasses any external authority, including God.
In simple terms: Self is supreme.
Key Takeaway
Trust your inner self.
Themes
individualism
spirituality
self‑reliance
philosophy
Mood
reflective
empowering
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decision
- creative work
- mindfulness practice
- leadership development
Key Concepts
identity
ego
existentialism
humanism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to value self above all?
- How does this view affect relationships with others?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on self can ignore communal interdependence.
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