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“From the same it proceedeth,that men gives different names, to one and the same thing, from the difference of their own passions: As they that approve a private opinion, call it Opinion; but they that mislike it, Haeresie: and yet haeresie signifies no more than private opinion; but has only…” quote by Thomas Hobbes
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“From the same it proceedeth,that men gives different names, to one and the same thing, from the difference of their own passions: As they that approve a private opinion, call it Opinion; but they that mislike it, Haeresie: and yet haeresie signifies no more than private opinion; but has only agreater tincture of choler”

Thomas Hobbes

About This Quote

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

People label the same phenomenon differently based on personal passions, turning opinion into perceived heresy.

In simple terms: Labels reflect personal passion.

Key Takeaway

Recognize bias in naming and judgment.

Themes

language bias identity

Mood

analytical critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • policy making
  • academic discourse
  • media framing

Key Concepts

philosophy semantics politics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do personal passions shape your terminology?
  • Can you find common ground beyond labels?
A Different Perspective

Labels can oversimplify complex realities.

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