Facts Quote by Ayn Rand
“Rationality is the recognition of the fact that nothing can alter the truth and nothing can take precedence over that act of perceiving it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Atlas Shrugged by Ayn Rand, 1957
Truth is immutable and must be perceived without distortion; rationality means acknowledging this constancy.
In simple terms: Truth cannot be changed; rationality sees it plainly.
Accept facts as they are.
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When to use this quote
- scientific research
- legal analysis
- ethical decision making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance facts with feelings?
- When is intuition valuable?
Rationality may ignore emotional context.