The others are even more likely to obey their god Which is? It dangles between their legs
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often obey false gods or idolize base instincts like physical desire.
- In plain terms
- Some people worship their physical desires instead of higher ideals.
- What can you take from it?
- Question what values or impulses you are truly serving.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you serve?
- What drives your obedience?
Another view
Not all physical desires are negative or worthy of contempt.
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