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“We will go on producing myths, ways of explaining ourselves to ourselves but, like everything else about us, they are in constant transition and we must not fundamentalise any of them.” quote by Richard Holloway
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““We will go on producing myths, ways of explaining ourselves to ourselves but, like everything else about us, they are in constant transition and we must not fundamentalise any of them.””

Richard Holloway

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Future of Belief, Richard Holloway, 2015

Human narratives evolve constantly; we should avoid treating any myth as fixed truth.

In simple terms: Myths change; don’t treat them as permanent.

Key Takeaway

Question and revise your beliefs.

Themes

myths belief change critical thinking

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • education
  • interfaith dialogue
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

cultural narratives philosophy relativism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recognize when a belief is becoming rigid?
  • What practices keep your worldview flexible?
A Different Perspective

Myths can become oppressive if unexamined.

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