You must warn people not to make the intellect their God. The intellect knows methods but it seldom knows values, and they come from feeling. If one doesn't play a part in the creative whole, he is not worth being called human. He has betrayed his true purpose.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of not solely basing one's understanding of the world on intellect alone. While the intellect may hold knowledge and methods, it often lacks the ability to understand values, which are derived from emotions and feelings. The quote suggests that without actively participating in the creative and interconnected whole of humanity, one cannot truly live up to their potential as a human being or fulfill their purpose. To solely rely on intellect and neglect emotions would result in a betrayal of one's true nature.

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