It takes a great deal of Christianity to wipe out uncivilized Eastern instincts, such as falling in love at first sight.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The quote suggests that deep cultural or religious conditioning is required to overcome natural human impulses like instant romantic attraction.
- In plain terms
- It takes strong moral training to stop yourself from falling in love instantly.
- What can you take from it?
- Natural impulses are hard to control without strong values.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What instincts do you fight?
- Is control always good?
Another view
Instincts are part of being human and may not need to be wiped out.
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