Which subjects did Thomas Babington Macaulay admit he did not appreciate or understand well?

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Thomas Babington Macaulay, Baron Macaulay Thomas Babington Macaulay, detail of an oil painting by J. Partridge, 1840; in the National Portrait Gallery, London.

Thomas Babington Macaulay possessed a vast intellect and an unrivaled command of literature, yet he openly acknowledged several areas where he lacked appreciation or understanding.1

Macaulay’s limitations included:

Religion and Philosophy: He found all religious and philosophical speculation to be alien to his mind, and he lacked an appreciation for spiritual excellence, preferring to focus on ethical matters.1
Science: He showed no interest in scientific discoveries, except for those related to technology.1
Art and Music: He confessed to being ignorant of art and was completely deaf to music.1
Physical Skills: He possessed no aptitude for games, sports, or basic physical tasks, such as shaving or tying a cravat.1