“What is divine? It is simply that which man has not been able to understand. Once you do, it loses its divinity.”

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The quote says that people often call something divine when they do not yet understand it. Once something can be explained, it no longer feels mysterious or sacred in the same way. It presents divinity as a label tied to human ignorance.

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Originally said in English.

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About Ashwin Sanghi

Indian writer

Ashwin Sanghi is an Indian writer known for his popular fiction novels. His books include The Rozabal Line, Chanakya's Chant, The Krishna Key, The Sialkot Saga, Keepers Of The Kalachakra, The Vault of Vishnu, and The Magicians of Mazda. He is best known for writing novels that blend history, mythology, and suspense. His work has reached a wide readership, and 110 quotes on this site are attributed to him.

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