Quote by Thomas Carlyle

For is not a Symbol ever, to him who has eyes for it, some dimmer or clearer revelation of the God-like?

For is not a Symbol ever, to him who has eyes for it, some d

Summary

This quote suggests that every symbol, when perceived by someone who is capable of recognizing its meaning, serves as a revelation of the divine. Whether the revelation is more or less apparent depends on the observer's depth of understanding. In essence, the quote highlights the idea that symbols can possess a profound spiritual or metaphysical significance that is discernible to those who possess the wisdom to perceive it.

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By Thomas Carlyle

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