Death Quote by George MacDonald
““There is this difference between the growth of some human beings and that of others:in the one case it is a continuous dying, in the other a continuous resurrection. One of the latter sort comes at length to know at once whether a thing is true the moment it comes before him; one of the former class grows more and more afraid of being taken in, so afraid that he takes himself in altogether, and comes at length to believe in nothing but his dinner: to be sure of a thing is to have it between his teeth.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Golden Key by George MacDonald, 1867
Human growth varies: some continuously learn and revive truth, others become stagnant, fearing deception and settling for mere sustenance.
In simple terms: Some people keep learning; others stop and accept only basics.
Key Takeaway
Seek continual learning.
Themes
growth
knowledge
fear
truth
stagnation
Mood
reflective
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- education
- personal development
- critical thinking
- overcoming fear of deception
Key Concepts
continuous learning
skepticism
existential
philosophical
Questions to Reflect On
- What prevents people from seeking deeper truth?
- How can we balance skepticism with openness?
A Different Perspective
Learning alone may not guarantee truth without discernment.
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