Superstition Quote by E.M. Forster
““Oh, superstition is terrible, terrible! oh, it is the great defect in our Indian character!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "A Passage to India", 1924
Criticizes superstitious beliefs as a flaw in Indian society.
In simple terms: Superstition harms rational thought.
Key Takeaway
Promote critical thinking over myth.
Themes
culture
reason
colonialism
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- education reform
- public policy
- community health
Key Concepts
superstition
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance tradition and rationality?
- What alternatives replace harmful superstitions?
A Different Perspective
May ignore cultural context.
