Delusion Quote by Bertrand Russell
“Some 'advanced thinkers' are of the opinion that anyone who differs from the conventional opinion must be in the right. This is a delusion; if it were not, truth would be easier to come by than it is.”
About This Quote
Believing dissenters are always right is a delusion; truth is harder to find than that.
In simple terms: Truth isn’t always with dissent.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions, seek evidence.
Themes
truth
dissent
logic
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- debates
- academic research
- media consumption
Key Concepts
critical thinking
philosophy
bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate dissent?
- When is consensus valuable?
A Different Perspective
Over‑skepticism can stall progress.
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