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“He that takes away Reason to make way for Revelation puts out the Light of both , as one who pokes out eye to see .” quote by John Locke
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““He that takes away Reason to make way for Revelation puts out the Light of both , as one who pokes out eye to see .””

John Locke

About This Quote

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

Removing reason for revelation blinds both, like gouging an eye to see.

In simple terms: Discarding reason for faith obscures truth.

Key Takeaway

Balance reason and belief.

Themes

faith reason knowledge

Mood

contemplative serious

Type

philosophical religious

When to use this quote

  • religious debate
  • scientific inquiry
  • personal belief systems

Key Concepts

epistemology theology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you reconcile reason with belief?
  • When is faith justified without evidence?
A Different Perspective

Pure faith without scrutiny can lead to error.

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