Quote by Thomas Huxley

I protest that if some great Power would agree to make me always think what is true and do what is right, on condition of being turned into a sort of clock and would up every morning before I got out of bed, I should instantly close with the offer.

I protest that if some great Power would agree to make me al

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This quote expresses a desire for absolute truth and righteousness. The speaker declares that they would willingly trade their autonomy for the guarantee of always thinking and acting in a correct manner. They emphasize the importance of integrity and acknowledge their willingness to sacrifice personal agency for the sake of upholding truth and morality.

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