Argument Quote by William S. Burroughs
“In exorcism, a verbal argument can never do anything. You can't ever beat the entity in a verbal argument because that's what he wants. It's only through a confront, a non-verbal confront, that anything happens. It has to be non-verbal.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Exorcism, 1972
Verbal debate cannot defeat a supernatural entity; only non‑verbal confrontation can affect it.
In simple terms: Words alone won’t beat a spirit; action is needed.
Key Takeaway
Use decisive, non‑verbal action against unseen forces.
Themes
spiritual conflict
non‑verbal action
belief
Mood
eerie
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- haunted house
- personal crisis
- ritual cleansing
Key Concepts
psychology of fear
ritual practice
Questions to Reflect On
- Can silence be more powerful than speech?
- When is confrontation necessary?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that dialogue can resolve conflict.
