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Belief Quote by Bertrand Russell

“When one admits that nothing is certain one must, I think, also admit that some things are much more nearly certain than others.” quote by Bertrand Russell
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“When one admits that nothing is certain one must, I think, also admit that some things are much more nearly certain than others.”

Bertrand Russell

About This Quote

Source Essay: “The Value of Philosophy” by Bertrand Russell, 1912

Acknowledging uncertainty allows us to recognize varying degrees of likelihood among events.

In simple terms: Accept uncertainty, see some things are more likely.

Key Takeaway

Embrace uncertainty, weigh probabilities.

Themes

uncertainty knowledge probability

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • decision making
  • scientific research
  • risk assessment
  • everyday judgments

Key Concepts

epistemology logic critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle decisions with unknown outcomes?
  • What evidence shifts your confidence?
A Different Perspective

Human perception is limited; certainty is often illusionary.

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