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.”
About This Quote
A misattributed claim that Nietzsche warned certainty can breed fanaticism, not uncertainty.
In simple terms: Certainty can fuel extreme belief.
Blind confidence breeds fanaticism.
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When to use this quote
- academic discussions
- self‑help contexts
Key Concepts
Practical Applications
- critical analysis
- educational illustration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does certainty differ from healthy confidence?
- What dangers arise from unquestioned beliefs?
The quote is incorrectly linked to Nietzsche and Wiesel; the original sentiment is not theirs.