Quote by Boris Pasternak

That's metaphysics, my dear fellow. It's forbidden me by my doctor, my stomach won't take it.

That's metaphysics, my dear fellow. It's forbidden me by my

Summary

In this quote, the speaker humorously dismisses the concept of metaphysics, indicating that it is something that they find unappealing or difficult to comprehend. They attribute their lack of interest to their doctor advising against engaging with metaphysics, metaphorically suggesting that their own "stomach" or personal tolerability cannot digest it. This brief explanation highlights the playful nature of the quote and its emphasis on the speaker's aversion or disinterest towards metaphysics.

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By Boris Pasternak

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