Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

There may be a great fire in our hearts, yet no one ever comes to warm himself at it, and the passers-by see only a wisp of smoke.

There may be a great fire in our hearts, yet no one ever com

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals may have passion and intensity within them, metaphorically represented as a great fire in their hearts. However, others fail to recognize or appreciate their depth, only perceiving a small indication of their true passion, symbolized as a mere wisp of smoke. The quote serves as a reflection on the often unseen or underestimated emotional internal life of individuals, highlighting the disconnect between what is felt internally and what is perceived externally by others.

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By Vincent Van Gogh

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