Not only do we still eat the offal of the ancient world; we are positively smug about it.[2]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People still value ancient religious ideas and feel proud about it.
- In plain terms
- We still follow old world ideas and are proud of it.
- What can you take from it?
- Pride in outdated beliefs is common.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do people value old ideas?
- Is pride in tradition justified?
Another view
Some find genuine value in ancient wisdom.
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