Quote by Imants Ziedonis

Uz cilv?ku neved neviena laipa, neviens tilts. Uz cilv?ku var aiziet tikai pa atspulgiem.

Uz cilv?ku neved neviena laipa, neviens tilts. Uz cilv?ku va

Summary

This quote, translated from Latvian, means "There is no known bridge or path to a person. One can only approach a person through reflections." It implies that understanding others and establishing connections with them is not straightforward or obvious. It suggests that one must navigate through reflections, metaphorically symbolizing self-reflection, empathy, and introspection, in order to truly comprehend and connect with another person's experiences, emotions, and perspectives.

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By Imants Ziedonis

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