Moreover, the attitude that one ought to believe such and…
“Moreover, the attitude that one ought to believe such and such a proposition, independently of the question whether there is evidence in its favor, is an attitude which produces hostility to evidence and causes us to close our minds to every fact that does not suit our prejudices.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Believing without evidence leads to closed-mindedness and hostility toward facts.
In simple terms: Faith without proof closes the mind.
Key Takeaway
Question evidence before belief.
Themes
critical thinking
skepticism
open-mindedness
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- debates
- scientific research
- policy making
- media consumption
Key Concepts
epistemology
bias
prejudice
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance faith and evidence?
- When is belief without proof justified?
A Different Perspective
Evidence may be scarce, making belief necessary in some contexts.