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Certainty Quote by Elie Wiesel

“[Friedrich] Nietzsche said something marvellous, he said "Madness is not a consequence of uncertainty but of certainty", and this is fanaticism.” quote by Elie Wiesel
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“[Friedrich] Nietzsche said something marvellous, he said "Madness is not a consequence of uncertainty but of certainty", and this is fanaticism.”

Elie Wiesel

About This Quote

A misattributed claim that Nietzsche warned certainty can breed fanaticism, not uncertainty.

In simple terms: Certainty can fuel extreme belief.

Key Takeaway

Blind confidence breeds fanaticism.

Themes

philosophy certainty fanaticism misquotation

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

misquote philosophical observation

When to use this quote

  • academic discussions
  • self‑help contexts

Key Concepts

cognitive bias

Practical Applications

  • critical analysis
  • educational illustration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does certainty differ from healthy confidence?
  • What dangers arise from unquestioned beliefs?
A Different Perspective

The quote is incorrectly linked to Nietzsche and Wiesel; the original sentiment is not theirs.

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