English · Proverb Candidate

The eye looks but it is the mind that sees. (Strauss, 1994 p. 1175)

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

English proverb; full definition pending editorial review.

Sources & notes

Listed on English Wikiquote “English proverbs” (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-31).

Topics: Eyes

Common questions

What does “The eye looks but it is the mind that sees. (Strauss, 1994 p. 1175)” mean?

English proverb; full definition pending editorial review.

Is “The eye looks but it is the mind that sees. (Strauss, 1994 p. 1175)” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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