Quote by C.S. Lewis

God is no fonder of intellectual slackers than He is of any other slacker.

God is no fonder of intellectual slackers than He is of any

Summary

This quote suggests that religious beliefs do not justify being intellectually lazy. It implies that God does not show favoritism towards individuals who neglect their intellectual development, just as He does not favor those who are generally lazy or unmotivated. The quote promotes the importance of using one's intellect and continually seeking knowledge, suggesting that this attribute is valued by God as much as any other virtue.

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