Quote by Sinclair Lewis

In the study of the profession to which he had looked forward all his life he found irritation and vacuity as well as serene wisdom; he saw no one clear path to Truth but a thousand paths to a thousand truths far-off and doubtful. ~ Ch. 2

In the study of the profession to which he had looked forwar

Summary

In this quote, the protagonist discovers that his idealized profession is not as satisfying as he had anticipated. He encounters both frustration and emptiness, alongside moments of deeply insightful wisdom. Rather than finding a singular path to truth, he realizes that there are countless ways that lead to distant and uncertain truths. This revelation challenges his preconceived notions and forces him to navigate a complex and multifaceted journey in search of knowledge and understanding.

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Wisdom Life Truth

By Sinclair Lewis

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