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Eye Quote by William Blake

“As a man is, so he sees. As the eye is formed, such are its powers.” quote by William Blake
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“As a man is, so he sees. As the eye is formed, such are its powers.”

William Blake

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Book of Thel” by William Blake, 1789

Our perception is shaped by our inner nature; the mind’s eye reflects what we are.

In simple terms: What we are determines what we see.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate inner goodness to see positively.

Themes

perception inner nature mindset

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • conflict resolution
  • creative work
  • relationship building

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your self‑image affect your observations?
  • Can you change your inner nature?
A Different Perspective

If inner nature is negative, perception remains distorted despite effort.

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