Quote by Leo Tolstoy

A person who understands the law but who is far from the love of God is like a bank official who has the keys for the inside of the building but not the key for the front door.

A person who understands the law but who is far from the lov

Summary

This quote implies that having knowledge and understanding of the law is not enough if one lacks a connection or adherence to the principles of love and spirituality. It compares such a person to a bank official who may have access to the inner workings but is unable to enter the building due to not possessing the key for the front door. In essence, the quote emphasizes the importance of combining knowledge with moral values and a deeper sense of purpose in order to truly unlock inner fulfillment and genuine understanding.

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