Quote by Brian Van Brunt
““I said the world was mad, and the world said that I was mad; and confound it, they outvoted me.” — G. E. Moore, Principia Ethica””
About This Quote
Source Book: Principia Ethica, 1903
The speaker feels isolated because his view is rejected by the majority.
In simple terms: Feeling misunderstood by society.
Key Takeaway
Accept differing opinions gracefully.
Themes
alienation
individualism
societal conflict
Mood
reflective
defiant
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- debates
- public policy
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
social conformity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when your ideas are outvoted?
- Can minority insight improve the majority?
A Different Perspective
Majority opinion may have merit; dissent can be constructive.
