Wisdom Quote by Pramoedya Ananta Toer — Inspiring Words on Life, Love & Wisdom

“You must first of all think justly. Don’t sit in judgment over others when you don’t know the truth of the matter.”

“Tak ada brahmana angkuh. Mereka hanya lebih mengerti, lebih tahu daripada orang yang menganggap pengetahuan dan ilmu sebagai keangkuhan.”

“Dia yang terlalu tinggi di atas singgasana tidak pernah melihat telapak kakinya. Dia tak pernah ingat, pada tubuhnya ada bagian yang bernama telapak kaki. Pendengarannya tidak untuk menangkap suara dewa, juga tidak suara segala yang di bawah telapak kaki. Ia hanya dengarkan diri sendiri. Suara murid Bapa ini takkan sampai kepadanya. Untuknya yang paling tepat hanya dijolok.”

“At times, loss becomes the quiet auditor of our lives—stripping away what is familiar so what is essential can emerge. In that surrender, we gain clarity, rediscover our true nature, and realign with the purpose that truly matters.”

“He who binds to himself a joy”

“Gently guide the tender vine else it become wild, tangled and impossible.”

“Neuroscience supports collective healing: research on neuroplasticity and polyvagal theory shows that as individuals heal from trauma, they become more resilient, connected, & capable of problem solving - all skills for building a flourishing society.”

“Always jump to collusions.”

“Wise individuals frequently say very little, but what they do say hits the mark. Such remarks often remain in the mind of the recipient for a long time, possibly a lifetime.”