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“Firmness or stiffness of the mind is not from adherence to truth, but submission to prejudice.” quote by John Locke
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“Firmness or stiffness of the mind is not from adherence to truth, but submission to prejudice.”

John Locke

About This Quote

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

Mind's rigidity stems from prejudice, not truth; openness requires confronting bias.

In simple terms: Prejudice stiffens the mind.

Key Takeaway

Challenge your assumptions.

Themes

prejudice truth mindset

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • academic discussion
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy epistemology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What biases shape your thinking?
  • How can we recognize prejudice?
A Different Perspective

Prejudice may be deeply ingrained and hard to change.

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