Allowance Quote by John Crowe Ransom
“For no art and no religion is possible until we make allowances, until we manage to keep quiet the enfant terrible of logic that plays havoc with the other faculties.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Criticism, John Crowe Ransom, 1941
Art and religion require quieting overly logical mind to let other faculties thrive.
In simple terms: Quiet logic for creativity.
Key Takeaway
Balance logic with intuition.
Themes
creativity
religion
balance
Mood
contemplative
inspirational
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing
- painting
- spiritual practice
Key Concepts
aesthetics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- When does logic hinder creativity?
- How can you quiet the logical mind?
A Different Perspective
Too much logic can stifle imagination.
