Believe Quote by Edgar Allan Poe
““Believe nothing you hear, and only one half that you see.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Murders in the Rue Morgue, 1841
Skepticism toward unverified information; trust only what is directly observed and verified.
In simple terms: Question what you hear; trust only half of what you see.
Verify before believing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news consumption
- scientific research
- personal decisions
- media literacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify sources?
- What evidence do you need before believing?
Blind trust can lead to misinformation.