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“it being her experience that the religious ecstasy made people callous (so did causes); dulled their feelings” quote by Virginia Woolf
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““it being her experience that the religious ecstasy made people callous (so did causes); dulled their feelings””

Virginia Woolf

About This Quote

Source Book: Mrs Dalloway by Virginia Woolf, 1925

Religious fervor can numb empathy, making people indifferent to suffering.

In simple terms: Religious ecstasy can dull feelings.

Key Takeaway

Beware of losing compassion in zeal.

Themes

religion empathy indifference

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical observational

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • community service
  • political activism

Key Concepts

psychology spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does intense belief affect your empathy?
  • Can passion be balanced with compassion?
A Different Perspective

Excessive zeal may also inspire positive action.

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