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.
Rabindranath TagoreRead
Not hammer-strokes, but dance of the water, sings the pebbles into perfection.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the gradual and gentle processes of nature in achieving perfection, rather than harsh or forceful methods.
Rabindranath Tagoreβs quote illustrates how the natural world cultivates beauty and perfection through subtler, more fluid movements rather than abrupt, aggressive actions. It suggests that like the gentle dance of water shaping pebbles over time, a more harmonious approach to life and creativity leads to greater outcomes than sheer force.
Themes
NaturePerfectionGentlenessArtProcess
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire artists to appreciate the process of creation rather than focusing solely on the final piece.
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