Quote by Augustus Hare

The intellect of the wise is like glass it admits the light of heaven and reflects it.

The intellect of the wise is like glass it admits the light

Summary

This quote suggests that the wisdom of intelligent individuals is comparable to glass. Like glass, the intellect of the wise is receptive to the "light of heaven," meaning it is open to knowledge, insight, and enlightenment. Furthermore, just as glass reflects light, the intelligence of the wise also reflects the wisdom they acquire. In essence, the quote highlights the idea that wise individuals absorb knowledge and then shine it back into the world through their actions, thoughts, and teachings.

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Intelligence

By Augustus Hare

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