Sentence examples for know only a contemplative from inspiring English sources

Influenced perhaps by Thomas's commentary, Dante imputes to Aristotle in the Ethics the view that such divine beings must know only a contemplative life [2.4.13; cp. Aristotle, NE 10.8, 1178b; Thomas, Exp. Eth. 10, lect. 12, 2125].

When, late in the dance, Strafaccia executed a lightning-quick multiple turn, his face expressed only a contemplative assurance, and he continued on.

In time, Mother India vanished, leaving only a contemplative Gandhi, making the whole movement more palatable to people with secular tendencies.

I know of only a few exceptions.

It stands so far from the edge of the pit that it offers few glimpses below grade, only a more contemplative vista across the site to the World Financial Center.

Back home in Massachusetts, where she was still known as Sharon Perry and working as a pharmacy technician, there was no one she knew who was even contemplating a contemplative life.

After ordination, he is appointed assistant to Fr. Van Slaag, the only known contemplative in the diocese.

The Reverend Francis Kilvert (1840-1879), whostepseps I am following, knew the value of a contemplative rest.

Kirk was not known as an especially contemplative politician — "Not one for details" is a common assessment — but few doubted his ability to strike a deal.

Kirk was not known as an especially contemplative politician — ''Not one for details'' is a common assessment — but few doubted his ability to strike a deal.

"I only know a name," Louise said.