Book Quote by Al-Maʿarri
“They recite their sacred books, although the fact informs me that these are a fiction from first to last. O Reason, thou (alone) speakest the truth. Then perish the fools who forged the (religious) traditions or interpreted them!”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Book of Misery, Al‑Maʿarri, 11th century
True reason reveals the falseness of religious traditions; those who cling to them are foolish and doomed.
In simple terms: Reason shows religious traditions are false; fools suffer.
Key Takeaway
Rely on reason over blind tradition.
Themes
skepticism
reason
religion
truth
folly
Mood
critical
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
skeptical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal belief evaluation
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
philosophy
critical thinking
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can reason coexist with spiritual practice?
- What value, traditions hold beyond literal truth?
A Different Perspective
It may dismiss meaningful aspects of faith.
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