Quote by C.S. Lewis

In a sort of ghastly simplicity we remove the organ and demand the function. We make men without chests and expect of them virtue and enterprise. We laugh at honour and are shocked to find traitors in our midst. We castrate and bid the geldings be fruitful.

In a sort of ghastly simplicity we remove the organ and dema

Summary

This quote by C.S. Lewis emphasizes the consequences of manipulating and disregarding essential aspects of human nature. Lewis argues that in our society, we often overlook the development of character and moral backbone, yet we expect individuals to act virtuously and take risks. Mocking values such as honor leads to our surprise when betrayal occurs. Moreover, "castrating" certain qualities in people while expecting them to still be productive is irrational. Lewis's quote serves as a critique of the societal trends that undermine fundamental human attributes and then struggle to understand the negative outcomes that result.

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Humanity Observation

By C.S. Lewis

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