Quote by Victor Hugo

It is not enough for us to prostrate ourselves under the tree which is Creation, and to contemplate its tremendous branches filled with stars. We have a duty to perform, to work upon the human soul, to defend the mystery against the miracle, to worship the incomprehensible while rejecting the absurd; to accept, in the inexplicable, only what is necessary; to dispel the superstitions that surround religion --to rid God of His Maggots.

It is not enough for us to prostrate ourselves under the tre

Summary

This quote highlights the belief that as humans, it is not sufficient to simply admire the beauty and complexity of the natural world. There is a responsibility to actively engage in bettering ourselves and others, to challenge irrational beliefs and practices, and to reject absurdity in the face of the incomprehensible. It encourages the pursuit of understanding, questioning of religious superstitions, and striving to remove negativity and misconceptions surrounding the concept of God. Ultimately, it emphasizes the need for critical thinking, spiritual growth, and the rejection of harmful ideas.

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Duty

By Victor Hugo

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