Quote by Mark Twain

We have not the reverent feeling for the rainbow that a savage has, because we know how it is made. We have lost as much as we gained by prying into that matter.

We have not the reverent feeling for the rainbow that a sava

Summary

This quote suggests that our knowledge and understanding of things can sometimes diminish our appreciation for them. The speaker compares our perception of the rainbow to that of a savage, emphasizing that their reverence towards it stems from their lack of knowledge about its formation. In contrast, our comprehension of the scientific processes behind the creation of rainbows has caused us to lose some of the awe and wonder associated with them. This implies that there is a certain beauty in embracing a sense of mystery and not delving too deeply into the workings of natural phenomena.

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