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If I have brought any message today, it is this: Have the courage to have your wisdom regarded as stupidity. Be fools for Christ. And have the courage to suffer the contempt of the sophisticated world.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote encourages embracing one's beliefs and wisdom, even if they are seen as foolish by society.
Antonin Scalia's quote speaks to the value of courage in upholding one's convictions, particularly in the face of societal scorn or misunderstanding. It emphasizes the idea that true wisdom may often be dismissed by the 'sophisticated world,' and it calls for individuals to be bold in their beliefs, even to the point of being labeled as foolish. This courage is portrayed as a form of faith, urging people to stand firm in their principles despite external judgments.
Themes
CourageWisdomFaithSocietyJudgment
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about overcoming fear of judgment.
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