Quote by David Hume

Any person seasoned with a just sense of the imperfections of natural reason, will fly to revealed truth with the greatest avidity.

Any person seasoned with a just sense of the imperfections o

Summary

This quote suggests that those who understand the limitations and flaws of human reasoning will eagerly turn to revealed truth. It implies that a person who recognizes the inherent limitations of relying solely on their own intellect and recognizes the potential for bias or error will be inclined to seek guidance and wisdom from sources beyond their own understanding. This could refer to religious or spiritual teachings, acknowledging that there are truths that can only be discerned through a higher power or divine revelation.

By David Hume

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