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Choosing Quote by C.S. Lewis

“He was choosing a side: the Normal. “All that,” as he called it, was what he chose. If the scientific point of view led away from “all that,” then be damned to the scientific point of view!” quote by C.S. Lewis
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““He was choosing a side: the Normal. “All that,” as he called it, was what he chose. If the scientific point of view led away from “all that,” then be damned to the scientific point of view!””

C.S. Lewis

About This Quote

Source Book: The Screwtape Letters, 1942

Choosing a side is a moral decision; rejecting scientific detachment can be a defense of humanity.

In simple terms: Choosing a side reflects moral stance.

Key Takeaway

Embrace humanity over cold rationalism.

Themes

morality science humanity choice faith

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • personal dilemmas
  • ethical decisions
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

ethics existentialism philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “the Normal” represent for you?
  • Can science and humanity coexist?
A Different Perspective

Risk of rejecting useful scientific insight.

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