Quote by George Bernard Shaw

The fact that a believer is happier than a skeptic is no more to the point than the fact that a drunken man is happier than a sober one.

The fact that a believer is happier than a skeptic is no mor

Summary

This quote suggests that the happiness experienced by a believer in comparison to a skeptic is not a valid marker for the truth or validity of their beliefs. It draws a parallel between the state of mind of a drunken person, who may temporarily feel happier due to intoxication, to that of a believer who finds happiness in their convictions. Just as the drunk person's happiness does not negate the negative consequences of their actions, the happiness of a believer does not necessarily make their beliefs true. The quote challenges the notion that personal happiness alone can validate one's beliefs or perspectives.

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