Quote by Edmond de Goncourt

Man is a mind betrayed, not served, by his organs.

Man is a mind betrayed, not served, by his organs.

Summary

This quote suggests that the human mind is often hindered rather than aided by the body's organs. It implies that our physical instincts, desires, or impulses can sometimes contradict or betray the rationality and discernment of the mind. The quote implies that the human experience is a constant battle between the mind's ability to think and reason and the body's inclination to indulge in base desires or act on instinct. It speaks to the challenges of balancing our intellectual capacities with our physical nature.

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Man Mankind

By Edmond de Goncourt

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