Quote by Albert Einstein

...One of the strongest motives that lead men to art and science is escape from everyday life with its painful crudity and hopeless dreariness, from the fetters of one's own ever-shifting desires. A finely tempered nature longs to escape from the personal life into the world of objective perception and thought.

...One of the strongest motives that lead men to art and sci

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals are driven towards engaging in art and science as a means of seeking refuge from the harshness and monotony of everyday existence. It highlights the human desire to escape the chains of one's own unpredictable and constantly changing desires. People with refined sensibilities yearn to detach themselves from their personal lives and immerse themselves in the realm of objective observation and intellectual contemplation. Art and science offer an avenue for individuals to find solace and fulfillment, allowing them to transcend the mundane and find meaningful connection with the world outside themselves.

By Albert Einstein

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