A dream has power to poison sleep.
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It is among men of genius and science that atheism alone is found.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that only individuals of exceptional intellect and scientific understanding tend to adopt atheistic beliefs.
Percy Bysshe Shelley argues that atheism, or the absence of belief in deities, is primarily associated with men of great intellectual capacity and scientific insight. This statement implies a connection between intellectual achievement and skepticism towards religious beliefs, suggesting that those who engage deeply with the complexities of life and the universe often come to different conclusions about existence than those who adhere to religious doctrines.
Themes
AtheismGeniusScienceBeliefIntellect
In practice
Example use cases
Use this quote in a discussion about the relationship between intellect and belief systems.
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