Quote by George Eliot

But human experience is usually paradoxical, that means incongruous with the phrases of current talk or even current philosophy.

But human experience is usually paradoxical, that means inco

Summary

This quote suggests that human experience often contradicts or goes against the typical narratives or philosophies that are prevalent in society at a given time. It implies that our lived experiences can be full of paradoxes, where our actual reality does not align with the commonly accepted ideas or language used to explain it. In other words, our personal and unique experiences often defy or challenge the conventional wisdom of the moment.

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By George Eliot

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