Quote by Mary Baker Eddy
Is civilization only a higher form of idolatry, that man should bow down to a flesh-brush, to flannels, to baths, diet, exercise, and air?
Summary
This quote questions whether civilization, with its obsession over bodily maintenance and physical well-being, is merely an evolved form of idolatry. It suggests that humans have replaced reverence for deities with devotion to mundane aspects such as grooming, cleanliness, health, and fitness. The quote challenges whether the focus on materialistic advancements and external appearances is detrimental to the development of deeper, more meaningful aspects of human existence.