Age and wisdom Quote by John Steinbeck
““Will and George were doing well in business, and Joe was writing letters home in rhymed verse and making as smart an attack on all the accepted verities as was healthful. Samuel wrote to Joe, sayings, "I would be disappointed if you had not become an atheist, and I read pleasantly that you have, in your age and wisdom, accepted agnosticism the way you'd take a cookie on a full stomach. But I would ask you with all my understanding heart not to try to convert your mother. Your last letter only made her think you are not well. Your mother does not believe there are many ills uncurable by good strong soup. She puts your brave attack on the structure of our civilization down to a stomach ache. It worries her. Her faith is a mountain, and you, my son, haven't even got a shovel yet.””
About This Quote
A letter discussing religious belief, agnosticism, and familial concern over health and faith.
In simple terms: Discusses faith, agnosticism, and family worries.
Key Takeaway
Respect differing beliefs while caring for loved ones.
Themes
faith
family
belief
health
Mood
contemplative
empathetic
Type
philosophical
personal
When to use this quote
- family counseling
- interfaith dialogue
- health advocacy
Key Concepts
theology
philosophy
interpersonal dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How to balance belief and respect?
- What role does health play in faith?
A Different Perspective
May cause tension in families.
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