The sun, the moon and the stars would have disappeared long ago... had they happened to be within the reach of predatory human hands.
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A man must not swallow more beliefs than he can digest.
Interpretation
What this quote means
One should not take on more beliefs or ideas than they can properly understand and integrate.
In this quote, Havelock Ellis emphasizes the importance of critically evaluating the beliefs we adopt. Just like food, beliefs need to be digested and understood; if we take on too many without the ability to process them, we may become overwhelmed or confused. This underscores the value of discernment and personal understanding in forming one's worldview.
Themes
BeliefsWisdomUnderstandingDiscernmentLife
In practice
Example use cases
During a philosophical debate, to highlight the importance of thorough understanding before accepting new ideas.
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