We're like so many puppets hung on the wall, waiting for someone to come and move us or make us talk.
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Logic is one thing, the human animal another. You can quite easily propose a logical solution to something and at the same time hope in your heart of hearts it won't work out.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the conflict between human emotions and rational thought.
Pirandello's quote illustrates the dichotomy between logical reasoning and the complexities of human emotions. It suggests that while one can logically analyze a situation and devise a solution, one's deeper emotional desires may conflict with that rational conclusion, leading to a sense of ambivalence or hope against the expected logical outcome.
Themes
LogicEmotionHuman NatureConflictReasoning
In practice
Example use cases
During a debate on ethics, one could use this quote to illustrate the tension between rational policies and human feelings.
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