If the generous ideas of youth are too often over- clouded by the sordid views of after-life, that scarcely proves them to be false

Summary

This quote suggests that although young people's idealistic ideas may be overshadowed by the practical and materialistic perspectives that come with age, it does not necessarily mean that their ideas are incorrect or invalid. It recognizes that society often diminishes the generosity and optimism of youth as they grow older and become more invested in worldly concerns. The quote implies that the youthful ideals should not be dismissed solely based on this overshadowing, as they may still hold truth and value.

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