Innumerable are the illusions and legerdemain-tricks of…
“Innumerable are the illusions and legerdemain-tricks of custom: but of all of these, perhaps the cleverest is her knack of persuading us that the miraculous, by simple repetition, ceases to be miraculous.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Customs make the extraordinary seem ordinary through repetition, dulling our sense of wonder.
In simple terms: Repetition makes miracles seem ordinary.
Key Takeaway
Question habitual acceptance of the familiar.
Themes
custom
illusion
repetition
miracle
perception
Mood
contemplative
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- daily routines
- media consumption
- traditions
- marketing strategies
Key Concepts
sociology
psychology
cultural studies
Questions to Reflect On
- What customs have you accepted without questioning?
- How can you restore wonder to the familiar?
A Different Perspective
Even repeated, some miracles retain impact.