If there is in this world a well-attested account, it is…
“If there is in this world a well-attested account, it is that of vampires. Nothing is lacking: official reports, affidavits of well-known people, of surgeons, of priests, of magistrates; the judicial proof is most complete. And with all that, who is there who believes in vampires?”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Even with abundant evidence, many dismiss fantastical claims as implausible.
In simple terms: People ignore evidence for myths.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions.
Themes
skepticism
myths
evidence
Mood
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- media analysis
- critical thinking workshops
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social proof
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we cling to disbelief despite proof?
- What role does authority play in belief formation?
A Different Perspective
Evidence can be dismissed due to cultural bias.