Clergy Quote by Jean Giraudoux
“In times of death and famine, reason is on the side of the priests-who have their own kind of logic which cries for miracles and, on occasion, invents them.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Trojan War Will Not Take Place, 1935
Reason is twisted by those in power to justify miracles and control, especially in crises.
In simple terms: Powerful people misuse logic to demand miracles.
Key Takeaway
Question authority’s logic in crises.
Themes
power
religion
logic
miracles
Mood
skeptical
critical
thoughtful
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political upheaval
- economic crisis
- social movements
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- Who benefits from the “miracle” narrative?
- How does authority shape perceived logic?
A Different Perspective
Power can manipulate reason for its own ends.
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