Parenting Quote by Vincent Price
““Mother had told me her favorite story about a little Protestant lady who, on being told that the candle at the high altar in St. Peter's had not been out for a thousand years, pursed her lips and extinguished it, saying, "Well, it's out now.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: The Haunted House, Vincent Price, 1965
A woman claims a candle has burned for a thousand years, then extinguishes it, showing belief can be challenged by decisive action.
In simple terms: Belief can be broken by a single act.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions with decisive action.
Themes
belief
skepticism
faith
authority
action
Mood
reflective
skeptical
Type
narrative
anecdotal
When to use this quote
- religious rituals
- personal convictions
- group pressure
- decision making
Key Concepts
psychology
social influence
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What belief have you accepted without questioning?
- How does a single act change collective perception?
A Different Perspective
The story may oversimplify complex traditions and ignore deeper meanings.
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