Hope Quote by Montesquieu
““I have seen descriptions of Paradise sufficient to make all sensible people give up their hopes of it.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Philosophy of Paradise, Montesquieu, 1748
Descriptions of Paradise are so perfect they cause rational people to abandon hope.
In simple terms: Idealized Paradise discourages hope.
Balance idealism with realistic expectations.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- religious debate
- literary criticism
- personal belief
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why does perfect imagery diminish hope?
- Can hope coexist with idealism?
May overstate human rationality.