Noble have I created thee, yet thou hast abased thyself. Rise then unto that for which thou wast created.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the inherent dignity of humans and the importance of living up to one's potential.
In this quote, BahΓ‘'u'llΓ‘h reflects on the noble nature of humanity and the divine potential within each person. It suggests that despite the shortcomings and self-limiting behaviors people may exhibit, there is a call to recognize one's true worth and to strive for greater accomplishments that align with one's higher purpose. It presents an inspiring challenge to rise above self-abasement and take action towards fulfilling one's destiny.
In practice
During a motivational speech to encourage students to pursue their dreams.
That one indeed is a man who, today, dedicateth himself to the service of the entire human race. The Great Being saith: Blessed and happy is he that ariseth to promote the best interests of the peoples and kindreds of the earth. It is not for him to pride himself who loveth his own country, but rather for him who loveth the whole world. The earth is but one country, and mankind its citizens.
Religious fanaticism and hatred are a world-devouring fire, whose violence none can quench.
The utterance of God is a lamp, whose light is these words: Ye are the fruits of one tree, and the leaves of one branch. Deal ye one with another with the utmost love and harmony... So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.
So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.
Let your vision be world embracing rather than confined to your own self.
Say: o brethren! Let deeds, not words, be your adorning.
Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio? A nation turns its lonely eyes to you.
The influence (for good or ill) of Plato's work is immeasurable. Western thought, one might say, has been Platonic or anti-Platonic, but hardly ever non-Platonic.
Not all thinking and all emotion are of the ego. They turn into ego only when you identify with them and they take you over completely, that is to say, when they become "I".
Progress without the reasoned freedom to think and act is regression to slavery.
Moreover he saw a skull floating on the surface of the water and he said unto it: Because you drowned others they drowned you; and those that drowned you will eventually be drowned.
We cannot well do without our sins; they are the highway of our virtue.
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