No amount of manifest absurdity... could deter those who…
“No amount of manifest absurdity... could deter those who wanted to believe from believing.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Limits of Reason" by Bernard Levin, 1972
Even extreme absurdity cannot stop those who choose belief, showing belief’s emotional power over logic.
In simple terms: Absurdity doesn’t deter believers.
Key Takeaway
Recognize belief’s emotional roots.
Themes
belief
psychology
logic
Mood
contemplative
critical
Type
philosophical
psychological
When to use this quote
- political persuasion
- religious conviction
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
faith
irrationality
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people cling to beliefs despite absurdity?
- How does emotion outweigh reason?
A Different Perspective
Belief can ignore contradictory evidence.