Quote The relation between what we see and what we...

“The relation between what we see and what we know is never settled. Each evening we see the sun set. We know that the earth is turning away from it. Yet the knowledge, the explanation, never quite fits the sight.” - John Berger

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"The relation between what we see and what we know is never settled."

Have you ever gazed at the setting sun and felt a sense of wonder and awe? The beauty of the sun dipping below the horizon is a sight that never fails to captivate us. But as we watch this daily phenomenon unfold before our eyes, we are reminded that there is more to it than meets the eye.

As the sun disappears from view, we know that it is not actually moving. It is the earth that is turning away from the sun, causing the illusion of the sun setting. This knowledge, this understanding of the scientific explanation behind the sunset, adds a layer of complexity to our perception of the world around us.

Yet, despite our awareness of the earth's rotation and the mechanics of the sunset, there is a sense of mystery that remains. The explanation never quite fits the sight. There is a gap between what we see and what we know, a gap that reminds us of the limitations of our understanding.

It is in this gap, this space between perception and knowledge, that the magic of the sunset lies. It is a reminder that there is always more to discover, more to learn, more to explore. The beauty of the sunset is not diminished by our understanding of it; rather, it is enhanced by the knowledge that there is always more to uncover.

Just as the sun sets each evening, so too do we have the opportunity to set aside our preconceived notions and open ourselves up to new possibilities. The sunset serves as a metaphor for the endless cycle of learning and growth that we can experience in our lives.

So the next time you watch the sun dip below the horizon, remember that there is always more to the story than meets the eye. Embrace the mystery, embrace the unknown, and let the beauty of the sunset inspire you to seek out new knowledge and understanding in all aspects of your life.




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