To understand is nothing, but to be understood-that is the...

To understand is nothing, but to be understood-that is the problem and the source of anguish. The soul throbs and would have the other know-but can not and feels isolated. Then come gestures, words, awkward explanations and material symbols for imponderable outbursts of feeling-and the soul despairs.

Andre Gide Quote About Philosophical, Soul, Awkward: To Understand Is Nothing But...

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