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Wisdom and deep intelligence require an honest appreciation of mystery
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"Wisdom and deep intelligence require an honest appreciation of mystery"

- Thomas Moore

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This quote by Thomas Moore speaks with the importance of understanding and valuing the unidentified. It suggests that knowledge and deep intelligence are not practically having understanding, however also about having a gratitude for the secrets of life. It implies that true knowledge and intelligence come from having the ability to accept and accept the unknown, rather than trying to control or comprehend it. It encourages us to be open to the possibilities of life, and to recognize that there are some things that we may never ever fully comprehend. By doing so, we can get a greater appreciation for the beauty and intricacy of the world around us. Eventually, this quote encourages us to be humble and to acknowledge that there are some things that are merely beyond our understanding.

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Thomas Moore This quote is written / told by Thomas Moore between May 28, 1779 and February 25, 1852. He was a famous Poet from Ireland. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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