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“Spurn not at seeming error, but dig below its surface for the truth; And beware of seeming truths that grow on the roots of error.” quote by Horace Mann
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“Spurn not at seeming error, but dig below its surface for the truth; And beware of seeming truths that grow on the roots of error.”

Horace Mann

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Don’t dismiss apparent mistakes; investigate deeper for truth, and beware of false truths that arise from errors.

In simple terms: Look beyond surface errors.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions.

Themes

critical thinking truth seeking analysis

Mood

inquisitive thoughtful

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • research
  • problem solving
  • education
  • investigation

Key Concepts

epistemology error analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden truths might you be overlooking?
  • How do you verify a seeming truth?
A Different Perspective

Deep digging can be time‑consuming.

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