Quote by Victor Hugo

The convent, which belongs to the West as it does to the East, to antiquity as it does to the present time, to Buddhism and Muhammadanism as it does to Christianity, is one of the optical devices whereby man gains a glimpse of infinity.


The convent, which belongs to the West as it does to the Eas

Summary

This quote suggests that regardless of cultural or religious background, the convent (referring to a religious institution) provides a unique and universal experience that allows individuals to glimpse the concept of infinity. It transcends time and different belief systems, serving as a means for humans to connect with something beyond the mundane and attain a greater understanding of the infinite aspects of life and existence.

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Religion
By Victor Hugo
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