The whole life lies in the verb seeing.
Pierre Teilhard De ChardinRead
Do not forget that the value and interest of life is not so much to do conspicuous things...as to do ordinary things with the perception of their enormous value.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life's true worth lies in valuing the ordinary rather than seeking grand achievements.
This quote by Pierre Teilhard De Chardin emphasizes that the essence of life is not found in performing grandiose actions but rather in recognizing and appreciating the significance of everyday experiences and small deeds. It calls for a shift in perspective, encouraging individuals to find value in the commonplace and to understand that life's richness comes from the perception we give to ordinary moments.
Themes
ValueLifeOrdinaryPerceptionSignificance
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about finding joy in everyday life, one might quote this to remind the audience of the beauty in the mundane.
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