The ancients were afraid that if they went to the end of the earth they would fall off and be consumed by dragons. But once we understand that Christianity is true to what is there, true to the ultimate environment - the infinite, personal God who is really there - then our minds are freed. We can pursue any question and can be sure that we will not fall off the end of the earth. Francis A. Schaeffer
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The ancients were afraid that if they went to the end of the earth they would fall off and be consumed by dragons. This quote refers to the idea that people who study philosophy are often disturbed by the idea of going towards the end of the earth in order to get away from dragons. This quote is used to express gratitude for having knowledge about what is true.

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