Quote by John Milton

The mind is its own place, and in itself can make heaven of hell, a hell of heaven.

The mind is its own place, and in itself can make heaven of

Summary

This quote, by John Milton in his epic poem Paradise Lost, suggests that the state of one's mind has the power to shape their perception of reality. It implies that happiness or misery can be self-generated based on one's thoughts and attitudes. Regardless of external circumstances, one has the ability to find joy in even the direst situations or create suffering in the most favorable circumstances. It emphasizes the significance of our mental states and underscores the power of perspective in influencing our experience of the world.

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By John Milton

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