Refute Quote by St. Augustine
““You can easily see what and endless, wearisome and fruitless task it would be if I were to refute all the unconsidered objections of people who pigheadly contradict everything I say.””
About This Quote
Source Treatise: On Christian Doctrine, 397 AD
The author warns that trying to refute every objection is an endless, tiring, and futile effort.
In simple terms: Debating every point is pointless.
Key Takeaway
Focus on key arguments.
Themes
logic
debate
effort
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- academic discussions
- political debates
- online forums
Key Concepts
philosophy
rhetoric
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- Which objections truly matter?
- When should you stop arguing?
A Different Perspective
Some objections may be essential to address.
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