Quote by E.H. Chapin

Bigotry dwarfs the soul by shutting out the truth.

Bigotry dwarfs the soul by shutting out the truth.

Summary

This quote suggests that when a person holds prejudiced or narrow-minded beliefs, their own soul or spirit becomes diminished. By being closed off to different perspectives and truths, bigotry prevents individuals from experiencing personal growth, empathy, and understanding. The quote emphasizes that genuine enlightenment and the expansion of one's soul are only possible by rejecting bigotry and embracing the truth in all of its complexity.

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