Quote by Thomas Carlyle

The difference between Socrates and Jesus? The great conscious and the immeasurably great unconscious.

The difference between Socrates and Jesus? The great conscio

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting approaches and perspectives of Socrates and Jesus. Socrates is associated with conscious reasoning and introspection, emphasizing rationality and self-awareness. On the other hand, Jesus is linked to the concept of the immeasurably great unconscious, referring to intuitive wisdom, spirituality, and divine guidance that transcends conscious understanding. The quote suggests that while Socrates emphasized the importance of conscious thought, Jesus' teachings revolved around tapping into a deeper, mystical realm of understanding beyond the boundaries of the conscious mind.

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