To be rooted is perhaps the most important and least recognized need of the human soul. Author: Simone Weil Copy Quote More from Simone Weil “The joy of learning is as indispensable in study as breathing is to running.” “In struggling against anguish one never produces serenity; the struggle against…” “An imaginary divinity has been given to man so that he may strip himself of it.” “The beauty of the world is the tender smile of Christ to us through matter. He …”