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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Let Indian history be set side by side with Europe history with what there is of the latter century by century and let us see whether India need blush at the comparison.
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My own life in India, since I came to it in 1893 to make it my home, has been devoted to one purpose, to give back to India her ancient freedom.
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Knowledge is essential to conquest; only according to our ignorance are we helpless. Thought creates character. Character can dominate conditions. Will creates circumstances and environment.
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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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