When you tire of living, change itself seems evil, does it not? for then any change at all disturbs the deathlike peace of the life-weary.
Walter M. Miller, Jr.Read
Because a doubt is not a denial. Doubt is a powerful tool, and it should be applied to history.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Doubt can serve as a valuable tool for understanding and assessing our beliefs and history.
In this quote, Walter M. Miller, Jr. emphasizes that doubt should not be equated with outright denial or rejection. Instead, he suggests that doubt can be a constructive force that prompts deeper inquiry and understanding, especially when reflecting on historical events and perspectives. By embracing doubt, one can critically evaluate the past and gain a more nuanced view of truth.
Themes
DoubtTruthHistoryReflectionUnderstanding
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about learning from history, you could say 'Because a doubt is not a denial.'
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