Casts Quote by Thomas Hobbes
“For it is with the mysteries of our religion, as with wholesome pills for the sick, which swallowed whole, have the virtue to cure; but chewed, are for the most part cast up again without effect.”
About This Quote
Religious doctrines, when accepted wholly, can heal, but dissected or misapplied lose their power.
In simple terms: Whole belief heals; fragmented belief fails.
Key Takeaway
Faith's efficacy depends on holistic acceptance.
Themes
religion
faith
interpretation
healing
holism
skepticism
Mood
contemplative
skeptical
hopeful
Type
aphor
reflection
cautionary
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- spiritual seeking
- theological debate
- health crisis
- moral dilemma
Key Concepts
metaphor
cure
mystery
pill
Practical Applications
- pastoral counseling
- interfaith dialogue
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to 'swallow' a belief?
- How does context affect a doctrine's impact?
A Different Perspective
Some argue that critical examination strengthens belief rather than weakens it.
