Nodded Quote by Aldous Huxley
““The students nodded, emphatically agreeing with a statement which upwards of sixty-two thousand repetitions in the dark had made them accept, not merely as true, but as axiomatic, self-evident, utterly indisputable.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Brave New World by Aldous Huxley, 1932
Repetition can turn a claim into an unquestioned belief, making it seem obvious and undeniable.
In simple terms: Repeated statements become accepted as truth.
Key Takeaway
Question repeated messages critically.
Themes
influence
belief
propaganda
psychology
knowledge
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
critical
analytical
When to use this quote
- advertising
- political speeches
- classroom teaching
- media narratives
- cult indoctrination
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social conditioning
authority
mass media
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a claim that feels obvious?
- What role does authority play in acceptance?
A Different Perspective
Even repeated ideas can be false; skepticism is needed.
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