Faith is the highest passion in a human being. Many in every generation may not come that far, but none comes further.
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A possibility is a hint from God. One must follow it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that opportunities are divine signals that should be pursued.
Soren Kierkegaard's quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and acting on the possibilities presented in life, viewing them as indications of a greater purpose or guidance from a higher power. It implies that when we encounter opportunities, we should heed them and take action, reflecting a blend of faith, intuition, and personal responsibility.
Themes
PossibilityHintGodFollowOpportunity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about entrepreneurship, one might say, 'As Kierkegaard reminds us, a possibility is a hint from God, urging us to pursue our dreams.'
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I am so stupid that I cannot understand philosophy; the antithesis of this is that philosophy is so clever that it cannot comprehend my stupidity. These antitheses are mediated in a higher unity; in our common stupidity.
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