"It is very important not to mistake hemlock for parsley, but to believe or not believe in God is not important at all"
- Denis Diderot
About this Quote
In this quote, Denis Diderot is stressing the value of having the ability to compare 2 things that might appear similar, but have significantly different consequences. He utilizes the example of mistaking hemlock, a harmful plant, for parsley, a harmless herb. This mistake might have deadly effects. Diderot then contrasts this with the belief in God, stating that whether one thinks or not is ultimately irrelevant. He is suggesting that the effects of misinterpreting hemlock for parsley are far more significant than the belief in a greater power. Diderot's message is to be cautious and critical in our actions and decisions, as they can have profound effects on our lives.
This quote is written / told by Denis Diderot between October 5, 1713 and July 31, 1784. He was a famous Editor from France.
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