Quote by Thomas Aquinas

How is it they live in such harmony the billions of stars - when most men can barely go a minute without declaring war in their minds about someone they know.

How is it they live in such harmony the billions of stars -

Summary

This quote emphasizes the contrasting nature of human relationships compared to the vastness and harmony observed in nature. It suggests that while stars coexist peacefully, humans often struggle to maintain harmonious relationships due to their tendency to develop conflicts and grievances in their minds. The quote hints at the need for introspection and self-reflection to transcend these divisive thoughts and cultivate harmonious connections with others, akin to the celestial harmony that exists in the universe.

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