Sweet is the voice of a sister in the season of sorrow.
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Where knowledge ends, religion begins.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that religion fills the gaps left by human knowledge and understanding.
Benjamin Disraeli's quote indicates that when human understanding and knowledge reach their limits, people often turn to religion for explanations, meaning, and comfort. It explores the relationship between human reason and faith, suggesting that while knowledge seeks to explain the world through logic and understanding, religion provides answers to questions that may not be fully explained by science or reason.
Themes
KnowledgeReligionPhilosophyUnderstandingFaith
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion about the balance between science and spirituality, one might quote Disraeli to emphasize the importance of faith.
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