Amusement Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson
“A man of good sense but of little faith, whose compassion seemed to lead him to church as often as he went there, said to me; 'that he liked to have concerts, and fairs, and churches, and other public amusements go on.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Self-Reliance, 1841
A thoughtful person may lack deep faith yet still find comfort in communal events and entertainment.
In simple terms: Good sense without faith seeks joy in public life.
Key Takeaway
Find balance between reason and belief.
Themes
reason
faith
community
Mood
reflective
contemplative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- religious attendance
- personal reflection
- public festivals
Key Concepts
secularism
spirituality
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you integrate reason and faith?
- What role do public events play in your life?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on entertainment can distract from deeper spiritual growth.
![“That the most excellent method he had found of going to GOD, was that of doing our common business without any view of pleasing men, [Gal. i. 10; Eph. vi. 5, 6.] and (as far as we are capable) purely for the love of GOD.” quote by Brother Lawrence](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/196/brother-lawrence-4215_business_that-the-most-excellent-method-he-had-fo_2376153.jpg)
