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Metaphysics Quote by David Mitchell

“Hey, metaphysics seminar is on the roof. Just take the elevator up and keep walking until you hit the sidewalk. Anything is true if enough people believe it.” quote by David Mitchell
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““Hey, metaphysics seminar is on the roof. Just take the elevator up and keep walking until you hit the sidewalk. Anything is true if enough people believe it.””

David Mitchell

About This Quote

Source Novel: Cloud Atlas, 2004

Truth is socially constructed; if enough people believe something, it becomes accepted as true, regardless of factual basis.

In simple terms: Belief can turn ideas into truth.

Key Takeaway

Question popular consensus.

Themes

truth belief social influence metaphysics

Mood

critical skeptical

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • media consumption
  • political campaigns
  • group decision making
  • education curricula

Key Concepts

sociology philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What truths have you accepted without proof?
  • How do you verify collective beliefs?
A Different Perspective

Mass belief can be manipulated.

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