And enough for me that when my hand touched your shoulder, you leaned on me; and when you felt me slip away, you called my name.
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We thought we were the only thinking beings in the universe, until we met you, but never did we dream that thought could arise from the lonely animals who cannot dream each other's dreams
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects on the nature of thought and consciousness, highlighting the connection between different beings.
Orson Scott Card's quote explores the idea that humanity often perceives itself as the sole conscious entity in the vast universe. However, upon encountering another being, it becomes clear that thought and consciousness can arise in unexpected forms, challenging our understanding of connection and existence among different creatures.
Themes
ThoughtConsciousnessConnectionUniverseDreams
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about interspecies communication and understanding.
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