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174. Merlin, Magic and the British artwork
The Rest Is HistoryApr 11, 2022Francis Young
174. Merlin, Magic and the British
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“The speaker mentions a book discussing the dangers of magical quietism, where rulers become addicted to prophecy and neglect real-world issues.”

Sentiment: Critical Analysis
Trigger: magical quietism dangers
For: Historians and political leaders
Key quote: “if you become almost addicted to prophecy or divination, then you will stop acting in the real world.”
The host discusses the concept of magical quietism and its implications for rulers, particularly highlighting how an over-reliance on occult beliefs can lead to a detachment from reality. This is illustrated through the historical example of Richard II, whose reign suffered due to his obsession with prophecy and divination.