For that the power to distinguish between good and less…
““For that the power to distinguish between good and less good is the property of wisdom is evident surely even to the witless; so that the serpent was a benefactor rather than a destroyer of the human race.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Wisdom lets us tell good from less good, even the simple can see it; the serpent helped humanity more than harmed it.
In simple terms: Wisdom discerns good from bad; serpent aided humans.
Recognize wisdom in unexpected places.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political analysis
- ethical debates
- education
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we define 'good' across cultures?
- Can symbols change meaning over time?
Wisdom may be biased by cultural context.