The great and rare mystics of the past . . . were, in fact, ahead of their time, and are still ahead of ours. In other words, they most definitely are not figures of the past. They are figures of the future.
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Truth, in the broadest sense, means being attuned with the real. To be authentically in touch with the true, and the good and the beautiful. Yes?
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truth involves aligning oneself with reality and recognizing the inherent goodness and beauty in it.
In this quote, Ken Wilber expresses the idea that truth transcends mere factual accuracy; it encompasses a deeper understanding of reality that is intertwined with concepts of goodness and beauty. To seek truth is to engage profoundly with the world around us, fostering an authentic connection with its principles and values.
Themes
TruthAuthenticityRealityGoodnessBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophy seminar to illustrate the importance of truth.
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