Admirable Quote by Mahatma Gandhi
“Rationalists are admirable beings, rationalism is a hideous monster when it claims for itself omnipotence. Attribution of omnipotence to reason is as bad a piece of idolatry as is worship of stock and stone believing it to be God.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Gandhi
Rationalism can become oppressive when treated as all‑powerful, similar to idol worship of material objects.
In simple terms: Reason can be misused as a false god.
Key Takeaway
Beware of elevating reason above humanity.
Themes
philosophy
critique
humanism
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- political debate
- ethical decision making
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
idolatry
hubris
rationalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance rational analysis with emotional insight?
- When does reason become dogma?
A Different Perspective
Reason alone cannot solve moral dilemmas.
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