With regard to perception, various
psychological factors are of weight. These factors cannot be defined in common
language, although they represent real, easily recognisable values.
Two strong components of perception are
intuition and inspiration, which are outstanding among the remaining spiritual
qualities and play an important role in human action themselves.
Perception, which is closely related to
discernment, sharpness, insight and sensibility, also exercises great influence
over the field of observation because it discloses what propriety very often
conceals.
When prudence interferes cautiously with man's determinations, it is still perception that provides the elements for decision.
Intelligence, the master quality of the
spirit, affects all other qualities. It purifies them and contributes to make
them better and more efficient.
The remaining spiritual qualities
depend on intelligence. They are created, they grow, enlarge and improve
according to the spirit's evolution.
Intelligence is a powerful ally of
perfection. It makes the spirit realise its faults and try to correct them.
It guides reason and provides it with
the means it needs to expand.
Intelligence is illuminating beyond
comparison. It magnifies the spirit's range of outlook and is an instrument
capable of dissipating darkness and destroying ignorance wherever they may be.
Intelligence
and perception
by Luiz de Mattos
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by Luiz de Mattos
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