A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
C. S. LewisRead
They call him Aslan in That Place," said Eustace. "What a curious name!" "Not half so curious as himself," said Eustace solemnly.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The name Aslan signifies something deeper and more complex than it appears, hinting at greater truths.
In this quote from C. S. Lewis, Eustace's recognition of the name 'Aslan' indicates curiosity about the meaning and depth behind identity. The name represents more than just a label; it suggests profound qualities and truths that transcend initial perceptions, encouraging a deeper exploration of character and existence.
Themes
AslanIdentityCuriosityTruthCharacter
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the nature of identity in literature, this quote can illustrate the depth behind characters.
More from C. S. Lewis
All quotes βI enjoyed my breakfast this morning, and I think that was a good thing and do not think it was condemned by God. But I do not think myself a good man for enjoying it.
C. S. LewisRead
Aim at heaven and you will get earth thrown in. Aim at earth and you get neither.
C. S. LewisRead
Forgiving and being forgiven are two names for the same thing. The important thing is that a discord has been resolved.
C. S. LewisRead
I pray because I can't help myself. I pray because I'm helpless. It doesn't change God - it changes me.
C. S. LewisRead
The instrument through which you see God is your whole self. And if a man's self is not kept clean and bright, his glimpse of God will be blurred
C. S. LewisRead
Similar quotes
Lo, for I to myself am unknown, now in God's name what must I do?
RumiRead
This was not an act of terrorism, but it was an act of war.
George W. BushRead
Capital is reckless of the health or length of life of the laborer, unless under compulsion from society.
Karl MarxRead
In America, it is traditional to destroy the black body - it is heritage.
Ta-Nehisi CoatesRead
Those who challenge the law in one or another of its aspects weaken the whole legal structure of society. For one man to disobey a law he does not like is to invite others to disobey another law which he may regard as indispensable to his own livelihood - or life.
Robert KennedyRead
We prefer war in all cases to tribute under any form and to any people whatever.
Thomas JeffersonRead