Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
Oscar WildeRead
Well I won't argue about the matter. You always want to argue about things. That is exactly what things were originally made for.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wilde highlights the tendency of people to argue and debate over details, suggesting that such arguments are intrinsic to human nature.
In this quote, Oscar Wilde reflects on the nature of argumentation, implying that the core purpose of things in life often leads to discussions and debates. He seems to suggest that engaging in argument is a natural and inevitable aspect of human interaction, as it is a way to explore ideas and perspectives.
Themes
ArgumentDiscussionHuman NaturePhilosophyDebate
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a discussion about the importance of debates in philosophy classes.
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