Complexity as False Intelligence
Simplicity is not the opposite of profundity; rather, it is often its clearest expression.
Profound truths, when truly understood, are simple—not because they lack depth, but because they have been distilled through insight.
Complexity is often mistaken for intelligence because it is hard to grasp, but difficulty does not equate to wisdom. True intelligence lies in understanding, and understanding brings clarity. Complexity may conceal ignorance or insecurity, while simplicity reveals mastery.
As Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” The deepest ideas—grace, love, justice—are simple in form but rich in meaning, revealing the height of true insight.