Quote by Hans W. Silvester

This intriguing 'somewhere else,' where intelligence no longer matters and awareness melts away, commands us to cherish our remains of innocence -- because of all the characteristics of human nature, the richest by far is passion for the perfectly useless.

This intriguing 'somewhere else,' where intelligence no long

Summary

This quote suggests that there is a mysterious place, a 'somewhere else,' where qualities like intelligence and awareness lose their significance. In this place, the speaker argues, what becomes most valuable is our ability to hold onto our innocence. Among all the aspects of human nature, the quote proposes that the deepest and most fulfilling characteristic is the passion we possess for things that serve no practical purpose. It implies that embracing and preserving our innocence and indulging in pursuits that might seem pointless can bring us profound satisfaction and joy.

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By Hans W. Silvester

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