“Truth is power, but only when one has patience and requires of it no immediate effect. And one must have no specific aims. Somehow, lack of an agenda is the greatest power. Sometimes it is better not to think in terms of plans; here months may mean nothing, and also years. Truth must be sought for its own sake, its holy, divine greatness.”
Quote by Romano Guardini
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Romano Guardini
German theologian, philosopher, and writer known for his profound insights into religion and culture. His works covered a range of fields including religious philosophy, ethics, aesthetics, and theology, profoundly influencing religious thought in the 20th century. more
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