Quote by C.S. Lewis

There is nothing like suspense and anxiety for barricading a human's mind against the Enemy. He wants men to be concerned with what they do; our business is to keep them thinking about what will happen to them.


There is nothing like suspense and anxiety for barricading a

Summary

This quote suggests that suspense and anxiety are effective tactics in preventing humans from opposing the Enemy (who is not explicitly mentioned). The Enemy desires human beings to be mindful of their actions and their consequences, while the objective is to divert their attention towards their own circumstances and what may happen to them - shifting their focus away from higher ideals and deeper understanding. The quote implies the importance of instigating preoccupations that prevent individuals from reflecting on broader existential matters.

By C.S. Lewis
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