Circumstantial evidence Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
“Circumstantial evidence is a very tricky thing. It may seem to point very straight to one thing, but if you shift your own point of view a little, you may find it pointing in an equally uncompromising manner to something entirely different”
About This Quote
Source Story: Sherlock Holmes short story, 19th century
Evidence can seem clear, but perspective shifts can reveal alternative interpretations.
In simple terms: Seeing from different angles changes conclusions.
Consider multiple viewpoints.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- legal investigations
- scientific research
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we guard against bias?
- When should we trust initial impressions?
The quote assumes all evidence is ambiguous, which may not hold.