Absurd Quote by Clarence Darrow
“The origin of the absurd idea of immortal life is easy to discover; it is kept alive by hope and fear, by childish faith, and by cowardice.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The American Lawyer, 1903
The belief in eternal life persists because hope, fear, naive faith, and cowardice sustain it.
In simple terms: Hope and fear keep the idea alive.
Key Takeaway
Question beliefs critically.
Themes
faith
psychology
mortality
Mood
contemplative
skeptical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- religious discourse
- personal reflection
- debates on afterlife
Key Concepts
existentialism
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears drive your belief in eternity?
- How does hope shape your view of death?
A Different Perspective
It ignores rational evidence and may hinder acceptance of mortality.
