Quote by C.S. Lewis

Smelling isn't everything said the Elephant. Why, said the Bulldog, if a fellow can't trust his nose, what is he to trust? Well, his brains perhaps, she replied mildly.

Smelling isn't everything said the Elephant. Why, said the B

Summary

This quote highlights the contrast between relying solely on instincts (smelling) and using rational thinking (brains). The Elephant suggests that there is more to trust than just one's sense of smell, implying the importance of other cognitive abilities. The Bulldog, on the other hand, defends the significance of relying on instincts, specifically referring to the sense of smell. The Elephant counters by suggesting that using one's brains, or rational thinking, could be an alternative foundation for trust. This quote thus encourages considering different perspectives on trust and the varying roles that instincts and reasoning play in decision-making.

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By C.S. Lewis

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