It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters, in the end.
Ursula K. Le GuinRead
Having one king, one god, one belief, they can act single-mindedly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Unity in belief can lead to collective action and purpose.
In this quote, Ursula K. Le Guin suggests that the presence of a single authority or belief system can create a sense of unity among people, allowing them to work together towards a common goal. This can be seen in various contexts, where shared beliefs and values create cohesion and focused direction, influencing the effectiveness of group actions.
Themes
UnityBeliefCollectiveActionPurpose
In practice
Example use cases
During a team meeting to inspire collaborative efforts.
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Reason is a faculty far larger than mere objective force. When either the political or the scientific discourse announces itself as the voice of reason, it is playing God, and should be spanked and stood in the corner.
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The only thing that makes life possible is permanent, intolerable uncertainty; not knowing what comes next.
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