Quote by Mikhail Bakunin

Such a faith would be fatal to my reason, to my liberty, and even to the success of my undertakings it would immediately transform me into a stupid slave, an instrument of the will and interests of others.

Such a faith would be fatal to my reason, to my liberty, and

Summary

This quote suggests that having blind faith in something or someone would have destructive consequences for one's intellect, freedom, and personal achievements. It implies that complete submission to a higher power or the will of others would turn an individual into a mindless servant, devoid of personal agency and ambitions. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining critical thinking, independent thought, and self-determination to avoid being controlled or manipulated by external forces.

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Faith

By Mikhail Bakunin

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