Quote by Albert Einstein

A human being is part of a whole, called by us the 'Universe,' a part limited in time and space. He experiences himself, his thoughts and feelings, as something separated from the resta kind of optical delusion of his consciousness. This delusion is a kind of prison for us, restricting us to our personal desires and to affection for a few persons nearest us. Our task must be to free ourselves from this prison by widening our circles of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature in its beauty.

A human being is part of a whole, called by us the 'Universe

Summary

This quote emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings and the limited perspective from which humans often view themselves. The author argues that humans often perceive themselves as separate entities from the rest of the universe, which is merely an illusion created by their consciousness. This illusion restricts humans to being focused solely on their own desires and affection for only a few individuals. The quote suggests that liberating oneself from this self-centered mindset involves expanding one's compassion to encompass all living creatures and appreciating the beauty of nature as a whole.

By Albert Einstein

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