Quote by Leo Tolstoy

He is not apprehended by reason, but by life.

He is not apprehended by reason, but by life.

Summary

This quote suggests that understanding or comprehending someone or something goes beyond logical reasoning and requires experiencing and living life. It implies that mere intellectual analysis is insufficient to truly grasp someone's essence or the meaning of certain aspects of life. Instead, one must engage with the world, embrace different experiences, and be open to the richness of life in order to truly apprehend and understand the complexities of individuals and existence as a whole.

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