A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
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Beloved," said the Glorious One, "unless thy desire had been for me thou wouldst not have sought so long and so truly. For all find what they truly seek.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True desire leads us to seek what we genuinely yearn for.
This quote by C. S. Lewis emphasizes the profound connection between our deepest desires and the pursuit of meaning in life. It suggests that when we genuinely seek something, it reveals our true intentions and yearnings, ultimately guiding us to what we truly want or need.
Themes
DesireTruthSeekingMeaningYearning
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about following one's passions.
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