No durable things are built on violent passion. Nature grows her plants in silence and in darkness, and only when they have become strong do they put their heads above the ground.
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What is the essence of theosophy? It is the fact that man, being himself divine, can know the divinity whose life he shares. As an inevitable corollary to this supreme truth comes the fact of the brotherhood of man.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Theosophy asserts that humans share a divine essence, leading to the understanding of universal brotherhood.
Annie Besant's quote explores the philosophical concept of theosophy, emphasizing that every individual possesses a divine nature, which allows them to connect with the greater divinity of life. This understanding not only elevates the individual's sense of self but also implies a deeper bond among all humanity, as recognizing one's own divinity inherently leads to recognizing the divinity in others and forging a sense of brotherhood.
Themes
TheosophyDivinityBrotherhoodHumanityPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a community gathering to emphasize the importance of unity and connection among people.
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Matter is, in its constituent elements, the same as spirit; existence is one, however manifold in its phenomena; life is one, however multiform in its evolution.
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