All things Quote by Xenophanes
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“God is one, supreme among gods and men, and not like mortals in body or in mind.The whole [of god] sees, the whole perceives, the whole hears. But without effort he sets in motion all things by mind and thought.”
About This Quote
Source Fragment: Pre-Socratic Philosophy, c. 5th century BC
Divine unity and omniscience; the god moves the world through thought without physical effort.
In simple terms: God is all‑seeing and moves everything by mind.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the power of thought over action.
Themes
divinity
philosophy
mind
effort
unity
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
aphilosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- creative problem solving
- leadership decisions
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
metaphysics
cosmology
theology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does recognizing mental causation affect your actions?
- What limits does this view place on human agency?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the role of physical effort in change.
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