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“Hasty opinion too often points the wrong way, and then affection for one's own opinion binds up the intellect.” quote by Dante Alighieri
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““Hasty opinion too often points the wrong way, and then affection for one's own opinion binds up the intellect.””

Dante Alighieri

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Divine Comedy, Inferno, Canto III, 14th c.

People cling to their own views, letting bias block clear thinking.

In simple terms: Bias blocks clear thinking.

Key Takeaway

Question your assumptions.

Themes

bias intellect self‑reflection

Mood

reflective critical

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • personal decisions
  • media consumption
  • team meetings

Key Concepts

cognitive bias ego critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • What belief do you hold that might be biased?
  • How can you test its validity?
A Different Perspective

Strong emotions can reinforce bias, making change hard.

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