Those who seek to satisfy the mind of man by hampering it with ceremonies and music and affecting charity and devotion have lost their original nature.

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who try to fulfill or please others by imposing rituals, music, and assuming a facade of kindness and piety have drifted away from their authentic selves. It implies that these superficial actions are a distraction or manipulation, indicating a deviation from genuine human nature. The quote calls attention to the importance of retaining one's true essence rather than succumbing to societal pressures or artificial displays of virtue.

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