The entire world is my temple, and a very fine one too, if I'm not mistaken, and I'll never lack priests to serve it as long as there are men.
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Before you sleep, read something that is exquisite, and worth remembering.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Reading something beautiful before sleep enriches the mind and leaves lasting impressions.
This quote by Desiderius Erasmus emphasizes the value of engaging with high-quality literature or thought-provoking material before bedtime. The act of reading something exquisite not only enhances one's knowledge but also cultivates a sense of beauty and reflection, potentially shaping one's thoughts and dreams as one drifts into sleep.
Themes
ReadingEducationNighttimeKnowledgeLiterature
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about lifelong learning, one might say, 'As Desiderius Erasmus wisely put it, before you sleep, read something exquisite.'
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