What we want is to see the child in pursuit of knowledge, and not knowledge in pursuit of the child.
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I have my own soul. My own spark of divine fire.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes individualism and the unique inner essence of each person.
George Bernard Shaw's quote highlights the importance of personal identity and the intrinsic value of each individual's spirit. It suggests that everyone possesses a unique and divine essence, a 'spark of divine fire' that shapes who they are and their purpose in life. This self-awareness and recognition of one's own soul can lead to greater inner strength and authenticity.
Themes
IndividualitySoulIdentityDivineSelf-Awareness
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech, one might say, 'Remember, as Shaw put it, we each have our own spark of divine fire.'
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