Full Idea
Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.
Gist of Idea
Except ye become as little children, ye shall not enter heaven
Source
Jesus (reports [c.32]), quoted by St Matthew - 01: Gospel of St Matthew 18.03
Book Reference
'The Bible', ed/tr. the Church [Collins 1950], p.466
A Reaction
The appeal of such purity of heart is undeniable, but essentially I dislike this remark. It is the opponent of education, reason, autonomy, responsibility, democracy and maturity. It confirms the view that religion is the opium of the people.