Danger Quote by Saint Augustine
“The danger already exists that mathematicians have made a covenant with the devil to darken the spirit and confine man in the bonds of Hell”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: City of God, Book 10, 426 AD
The author warns that scholars can become corrupt, trading truth for dark, self‑serving pursuits that imprison humanity.
In simple terms: Scholars may betray truth for selfish, harmful ideas.
Key Takeaway
Guard intellectual integrity.
Themes
corruption
intellectual honesty
spiritual danger
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
Type
ethical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- policy making
- education
- media criticism
Key Concepts
philosophy
theology
ethics
human nature
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure honesty in your work?
- What safeguards protect truth?
A Different Perspective
Not all scholars are corrupt; context matters.
