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Blind Quote by William Shakespeare

“He that is strucken blind can not forget the precious treasure of his eyesight lost.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“He that is strucken blind can not forget the precious treasure of his eyesight lost.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, Act 2, Scene 1 (attributed)

Blindness makes one cherish lost sight as a precious treasure.

In simple terms: Blindness heightens appreciation of sight.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate gratitude for senses.

Themes

sight loss appreciation

Mood

reflective poetic

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • healthcare
  • personal growth
  • mindfulness practice

Key Concepts

philosophy sensory perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does loss change perspective?
  • What senses do we often take for granted?
A Different Perspective

Physical blindness is metaphorical, not literal for all.

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