Nothing is so catching as the plague; now, fanaticism, no matter of what nature, is only the plague of the human mind.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fanaticism spreads like a disease and corrupts the mind just as plague corrupts the body.
- In plain terms
- Extreme belief is like a sickness for the mind.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid extreme beliefs as they are harmful.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is fanaticism like a disease?
- How do you fight bad ideas?
Another view
The metaphor is strong but may oversimplify complex beliefs.
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