Quote by William Blake

I must create a system or be enslaved by another man s; I will not reason and compare: my business is to create.

I must create a system or be enslaved by another man s; I wi

Summary

This quote, often attributed to William Blake, emphasizes the importance of individualism and self-reliance. It suggests that one must actively build their own system, or set of principles and values, in order to avoid becoming subservient to someone else's ideology. The quote also implies a rejection of excessive rational analysis or comparison, instead advocating for a focus on personal creation and self-expression. It highlights the need to assert one's autonomy and actively shape one's own path in life.

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Creativity

By William Blake

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