Quote by George Eliot

Ignorance... is a painless evil; so, I should think, is dirt, considering the merry faces that go along with it.

Ignorance... is a painless evil; so, I should think, is dirt

Summary

This quote suggests that ignorance and dirt can both be seen as "painless" evils because they may not initially cause harm or discomfort. Ignorance is portrayed as a form of lack of knowledge that can be blissful, while dirt refers to physical filth that is tolerated with apparent joy. However, the underlying message may critique the acceptance of ignorance and dirt, implying that they should not be embraced without considering their potential negative consequences.

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