Behinds Quote by Benjamin Franklin
“Every other sect supposes itself in possession of the truth, and that those who differ are so far in the wrong. Like a man traveling in foggy weather they see those at a distance before them wrapped up in a fog, as well as those behind them, and also people in the fields on each side; but near them, all appears clear, though in truth they are as much in the fog as any of them.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Thoughts on Religion, 1765
People think they have exclusive truth, but everyone is equally confused by their own biases.
In simple terms: Everyone thinks they’re right, but all are mistaken.
Key Takeaway
Recognize your own blind spots.
Themes
humility
truth
bias
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- religious debates
- political discourse
- personal reflection
- education
- media consumption
Key Concepts
epistemology
selfawareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when your belief is a bias?
- What steps can you take to see beyond your own fog?
A Different Perspective
It can be hard to admit uncertainty when it challenges identity.
