Appearance Quote by Epicurus
“When someone admits one and rejects another which is equally in accordance with the appearances, it is clear that he has quitted all physical explanation and descended into myth.”
About This Quote
Rejecting one plausible view for another shows abandonment of empirical reasoning in favor of mythic thinking.
In simple terms: Choosing myth over evidence.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize evidence over myth.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
mythology
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- political discourse
- personal belief formation
Key Concepts
critical thinking
empiricism
rationalism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish myth from evidence?
- When might myth be useful?
A Different Perspective
Mythic explanations can be emotionally compelling despite lacking evidence.
