--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: What an irony that modern man, engaged as…" description: "\"“What an irony that modern man, engaged as he is in the pursuit of knowledge, allows himself to be stymied by the dogmas of the Dark Ages, perpetrated ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5da/b-s-murthy-31050_blind_what-an-irony-that-modern-man-engaged-as_1000530.jpg" --- # What an irony that modern man, engaged as he is in the… ![“What an irony that modern man, engaged as he is in the pursuit of knowledge, allows himself to be stymied by the dogmas of the Dark Ages, perpetrated as religious tenets.” quote by B.S. 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Themes knowledge religion progress conflict Mood reflective critical Type philosophical inspirational When to use this quote - academic research - policy making - education reform Key Concepts dogma critical thinking intellectual freedom Questions to Reflect On - What dogmas affect your field? - How can dialogue improve understanding? 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