How long, O how long will mankind worship a book? How long will they grovel in the dust before the ignorant legends of the barbaric past? How long, O how long will they pursue phantoms in a darkness deeper than death?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author questions why humanity continues to follow outdated religious texts and beliefs.
- In plain terms
- Why do people still worship old books and ignore them?
- What can you take from it?
- Question outdated authorities.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a belief worth keeping?
- How do we update old teachings?
Another view
Some find comfort in traditional beliefs.
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