Nature never appeals to intelligence until habit and instinct are useless. There is no intelligence where there is no need of change.
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All men, however highly educated, retain some superstitious inklings.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Education does not eliminate superstitions; they persist in human thought.
This quote by H. G. Wells highlights the idea that despite advancements in education and knowledge, humans still hold onto certain superstitions and irrational beliefs. It suggests that these inclinations are a fundamental part of human nature, reflecting our psychological complexity and the limitations of rational thought.
Themes
SuperstitionEducationHuman NatureBeliefIrrationality
In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture on the intersection of science and belief, one could use this quote to emphasize the persistence of irrational thoughts.
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