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“I think there's almost nothing I can't excuse except perhaps worshiping graven images. That seems to be idiotic.” quote by Evelyn Waugh
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“I think there's almost nothing I can't excuse except perhaps worshiping graven images. That seems to be idiotic.”

Evelyn Waugh

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The author finds almost nothing excusable except idolatry, which he deems foolish.

In simple terms: Only idol worship seems excusable.

Key Takeaway

Avoid idolizing objects or ideas.

Themes

religion critique logic

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical skeptical

When to use this quote

  • cultural criticism
  • personal belief
  • academic debate

Key Concepts

philosophy theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What makes an object worthy of reverence?
  • Is any reverence inherently foolish?
A Different Perspective

Idolatry may be culturally contextual.

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