Quote by G. K. Chesterton

A puritan is a person who pours righteous indignation into the wrong things.

A puritan is a person who pours righteous indignation into t

Summary

This quote suggests that a puritan is someone who passionately expresses anger or moral outrage but directs it towards issues or things that do not warrant such intensity. It reflects on the misguided focus and misplaced priorities of certain individuals who tend to become overly obsessed with minor or inconsequential matters, while neglecting or failing to address more substantial or significant issues. Overall, this quote criticizes the tendency of puritans to invest their fervor and indignation in trivial pursuits, implying the need for a more discerning approach to what truly deserves righteous anger and attention.

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By G. K. Chesterton

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