I own with reason: for, if men but knew Some fixed end to…
“I own with reason: for, if men but knew Some fixed end to ills, they would be strong By some device unconquered to withstand Religions and the menacings of seers.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
If humanity understood a definitive end to suffering, it would become resilient against religion and prophetic threats.
In simple terms: Knowing a final end to pain would make us strong against religion and prophecy.
Key Takeaway
Seek understanding of suffering's limits to build resilience.
Themes
suffering
resilience
religion
prophecy
philosophy
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
philosophical
classical
When to use this quote
- healthcare policy
- mental health counseling
- religious discourse
- education curricula
Key Concepts
atomism
determinism
ethical fortitude
Questions to Reflect On
- What would a fixed end to suffering look like?
- How can we protect against harmful religious dogma?
A Different Perspective
Assumes a single universal end to suffering, which may not exist.