A dogmatic belief in objective value is necessary to the very idea of a rule which is not tyranny or an obedience which is not slavery.
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Nonsense remains nonsense even when we talk it about God.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote implies that illogical or meaningless discussions do not gain significance, even when they pertain to divine matters.
C. S. Lewis suggests that engaging in nonsensical arguments or irrational discourse regarding God does not elevate the content or make it more valid. Instead, nonsense retains its nature regardless of the subject, highlighting the importance of reason and clarity in discussions about faith and divinity.
Themes
NonsenseFaithGodReasonDiscussion
In practice
Example use cases
In a debate about the existence of God, you can reference this quote to emphasize the need for rational arguments over nonsensical claims.
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