Quote by Victor Hugo

Intelligence is the wife, imagination is the mistress, memory is the servant.

Intelligence is the wife, imagination is the mistress, memor

Summary

This quote suggests that intelligence, imagination, and memory are three interconnected elements of the mind. Intelligence is compared to a wife, possibly implying stability, consistency, and rationality. Imagination is compared to a mistress, implying creativity, vitality, and the ability to think outside the box. Memory is compared to a servant, suggesting that it serves as a tool or resource for both intelligence and imagination. Together, these elements work in harmony to shape one's cognitive abilities and approach to the world.

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Imagination Memory Intelligence

By Victor Hugo

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