Perhaps the most astonishing characteristic of his intellect was the combination of idealism and realism which enabled him to face the most exalted visions at the same time as the most insignificant realities .
The question is whether he can come close to their exalted level .
问题是他能否达到他们那样崇高的地位。
Mr ozawa 's decision to clear his name while clinging to his exalted position in the dpj has already started to spatter the party with mud .
小泽决定保留在民主党内的崇高地位,同时还要洗清自己的名声,而这一决定已开始让民主党的形象染上污泥。
On the other hand , pyongyang could portray some elements of a u.s. opening -- like a high-level visit -- as recognition of kim 's exalted status and diplomatic acumen .
The mystery is the enormous and unprecedented gap between smith 's exalted reputation and the reality of his dubious contribution to economic thought .