The small wisdom is like water in a glass: clear, transparent, pure. The great wisdom is like the water in the sea: dark, mysterious, impenetrable.
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The greed for fruit misses the flower.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Focusing solely on results can lead to missing important aspects of the journey.
This quote emphasizes the importance of appreciating the process and the beauty found along the way, rather than solely fixating on the end results. It suggests that an excessive desire for outcomes can cause one to overlook valuable experiences and lessons that emerge during the journey, represented by the 'flower' in contrast to the 'fruit'.
Themes
GreedJourneyAppreciationFruitFlower
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in a motivational speech about personal growth.
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