Eugenics Quote by G.K. Chesterton
““All that is mere rationalism; the superstition (that is the unreasoning repugnance and terror) is in the person who admits there can be angels but denies there can be devils. The superstition is in the person who admits there can be devils but denies there can be diabolists.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Superstition of the Rationalist,” 1905
Rationalism can hide its own superstitions by denying evil while accepting angels.
In simple terms: Rationalism may hide fear of evil.
Key Takeaway
Question hidden biases.
Themes
philosophy
religion
logic
Mood
thoughtful
skeptical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- theology debates
- critical thinking
- personal belief systems
Key Concepts
metaphysics
bias awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept both good and evil?
- How do you reconcile faith and reason?
A Different Perspective
Rationalism can also provide useful frameworks.
