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But let it not be thought that the metaphysical effort is a wasted one.

On the contrary, it is essential for training the mind to think correctly about the Overself,

for supplying it with the firm conviction that such an ultimate reality does exist,

and for encouraging it to take up the practical quest of ultramysticism;

whilst after the latter quest has been successfully realized the metaphysical effort again becomes useful when the sage seeks to communicate to others a precise report and accurate explanation of his own grand experience.


— Notebooks Category 7: The Intellect > Chapter 7: Metaphysics of Truth > # 132
Paul Brunton