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“Philosophers have argued for centuries about how many angels can dance on the head of a pin, but materialists have always known it depends on whether they are jitterbugging or dancing cheek to cheek” quote by Tom Robbins
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“Philosophers have argued for centuries about how many angels can dance on the head of a pin, but materialists have always known it depends on whether they are jitterbugging or dancing cheek to cheek”

Tom Robbins

About This Quote

Source Novel: Still Life with Woodpeckers by Tom Robbins, 1980

Debates about trivial details can mask deeper questions about perspective and reality.

In simple terms: Small debates hide big ideas.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions behind seemingly silly arguments.

Themes

philosophy humor perspective

Mood

playful thoughtful

Type

satirical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • academic discussions
  • social media debates
  • philosophical salons

Key Concepts

metaphysics skepticism cultural critique

Questions to Reflect On

  • What deeper truth might the debate reveal?
  • How does humor affect serious inquiry?
A Different Perspective

May distract from substantive issues.

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