Consensus Quote by Christopher Hitchens
“Here’s someone who says there’s no such thing, it’s all intelligent design. How sure am I of my own views? Don’t take refuge in the false security of consensus, and the feeling that whatever you think you’re bound to be okay, because you’re in the safely moral majority.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Moral Landscape of Belief,” 2005
Hitchens challenges the comfort of majority consensus, urging personal scrutiny of beliefs rather than relying on group morality.
In simple terms: Question consensus comfort.
Key Takeaway
Think independently.
Themes
belief
consensus
morality
Mood
skeptical
provocative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- religious debate
- personal decision making
- media consumption
Key Concepts
skepticism
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs have you accepted without question?
- How do you handle disagreement?
A Different Perspective
Consensus can mask personal bias.
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