Take notice not only of the mercies of God, but of God in the mercies. Mercies are never so savoury as when they savour a Saviour.
Ralph VenningRead
Imagination is not something apart and hermetic, not a way of leaving reality behind; it is a way of engaging reality.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Imagination is a powerful tool that allows us to interact with and enhance our understanding of reality.
In this quote, Irving Howe emphasizes that imagination is not a mere escape from reality, but rather a means of engaging with and enriching our experiences within the real world. It suggests that creativity and imagination play a vital role in how we perceive and navigate reality, allowing us to interact with it more profoundly.
Themes
ImaginationRealityEngagementCreativityPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about creativity in the workplace, this quote can inspire colleagues to embrace imaginative thinking.
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