I always disagree, however, when people end up saying that we can only combat Communism, Fascism or what not if we develop an equal fanaticism. It appears to me that one defeats the fanatic precisely by not being a fanatic oneself, but on the contrary by using one's intelligence.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Use reason to beat fanaticism instead of becoming equally fanatical.
- In plain terms
- Fight hate with logic not hate.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay calm to defeat extremists.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you fight hate?
- Is rage ever right?
Another view
Reason fails against pure violence.
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