Care Quote by Fyodor Dostoevsky
“My God, but what do I care about the laws of nature and arithmatic if for some reason these laws and two times two is four are not to my liking?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Brothers Karamazov, 1880
Questioning the relevance of objective truths when they clash with personal desire.
In simple terms: Nature’s rules may feel irrelevant if they don’t suit us.
Key Takeaway
Consider how personal bias shapes your view of facts.
Themes
philosophy
subjectivity
truth
human nature
ethics
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
existential
When to use this quote
- personal decision making
- moral dilemmas
- scientific inquiry
- education
- political debate
Key Concepts
existentialism
relativism
free will
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you ever dismiss facts because they’re inconvenient?
- How can you balance personal desire with objective reality?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes personal preference can override logical consistency, which can lead to irrationalism.
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