Quote by C.S. Lewis, Surprised by Joy (Lo

In reading Chesterton, as in reading MacDonald, I did not know what I was letting myself in for. A young man who wishes to remain a sound Atheist cannot be too careful of his reading. There are traps everywhere

In reading Chesterton, as in reading MacDonald, I did not kn

Summary

This quote by C.S. Lewis suggests that reading the works of authors like Chesterton and MacDonald can be dangerous for someone who strongly holds atheistic beliefs. Lewis acknowledges that engaging with the writings of these authors can challenge and potentially reshape one's worldview. He advises caution, suggesting that such literature contains traps that may compel the reader to question their atheistic perspective. In essence, Lewis suggests that reading these authors' works may open the door to considering alternate belief systems, potentially leading to a shift away from atheism.

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By C.S. Lewis, Surprised by Joy (Lo

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