Quote by Aleister Crowley

Modern morality and manners suppress all natural instincts, keep people ignorant of the facts of nature and make them fighting drunk on bogey tales.

Modern morality and manners suppress all natural instincts,

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This quote suggests that modern society's focus on moral codes and social etiquette hinders our connection with our natural instincts. It argues that societal norms and values prevent individuals from understanding the truths of nature, causing them to be misled and manipulated by irrational fears and alarming stories. It implies that this suppression of natural instincts and ignorance of realities serve to distract individuals and create a sense of chaos and fear in society.

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