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“I would give worlds, if I had them, that the Age of Reason had never been published. Oh, god, save me; for I am at the edge of hell alone.” quote by Thomas Paine
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““I would give worlds, if I had them, that the Age of Reason had never been published. Oh, god, save me; for I am at the edge of hell alone.””

Thomas Paine

About This Quote

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

Expresses despair over rationalism's impact, yearning for divine rescue.

In simple terms: Rejects Enlightenment rationalism.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual solace over pure reason.

Themes

philosophy religion existential crisis

Mood

despairing philosophical spiritual

Type

existential religious

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • personal crisis
  • spiritual seeking

Key Concepts

Enlightenment critique theodicy personal anguish

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is faith incompatible with reason?
  • How to balance doubt and belief?
A Different Perspective

May dismiss valuable progress of rational thought.

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