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“Isn't it curious how completely ignorant we all are of the most important part of our bodily mechanism. It is really criminal. Yet there is no nation in the world that doesnt surround sex with fantastic walls. Of course ours are sillier than any-but not much.” quote by John Dos Passos
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“Isn't it curious how completely ignorant we all are of the most important part of our bodily mechanism. It is really criminal. Yet there is no nation in the world that doesnt surround sex with fantastic walls. Of course ours are sillier than any-but not much.”

John Dos Passos

About This Quote

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

Society builds unnecessary barriers around sex, limiting honest understanding and healthy expression.

In simple terms: Sex is surrounded by unnecessary cultural walls.

Key Takeaway

Question and dismantle sexual taboos.

Themes

culture sex taboos

Mood

critical provocative

Type

sociological controversial

When to use this quote

  • education
  • media representation
  • relationships
  • policy debates

Key Concepts

social conditioning personal freedom psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent open sexual dialogue?
  • How can we foster healthier attitudes toward sex?
A Different Perspective

Changing deep‑rooted norms is slow and contested.

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