Quote by C.S. Lewis

[The decay of Logic results from an] untroubled assumption that the particular is real and the universal is not.

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Summary

This quote highlights the notion that the decline of logical reasoning occurs when there is an unquestioned belief that individual experiences or instances hold true significance, while overarching principles or generalizations are considered inconsequential. It suggests that emphasizing the significance of specific cases over universal truths can lead to a decay in logic as it disregards the importance of abstract thinking and fails to recognize patterns and connections that can form the foundation of rational thought.

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Logic Inspirational Philosophical

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