Thank God for that. You can shut them, say, 'Hold on a…
“Thank God for that. You can shut them, say, 'Hold on a moment.' You play God to it. But who has ever torn himself from the claw that encloses you when you drop a seed in a TV parlour? It grows you any shape it wishes! It is an environment as real as the world. It becomes and is the truth. Books can be beaten down with reason. But with all my knowledge and scepticism, I have never been able to argue with a one-hundred-piece symphony orchestra, full colour, three dimensions, and I being in and part of those incredible parlours.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The quote reflects on humanity’s attempt to control reality through logic, yet being overwhelmed by the immersive, sensory power of art and experience.
In simple terms: We can try to dominate reality, but art overwhelms us.
Key Takeaway
Embrace experience over pure reason.
Themes
art
reality
perception
control
humility
Mood
reflective
awe
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
literary
When to use this quote
- reading literature
- watching performances
- creating art
- contemplating nature
- engaging with media
Key Concepts
philosophy
aesthetics
existentialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does art change your perception of reality?
- Can logic ever match the impact of a symphony?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone cannot fully capture the depth of sensory experience.