Absolutely Quote by Ethan A. Hitchcock
“They should hold themselves absolutely upon the immovable foundation of truth and nature, whereby alone they can save themselves from misapprehensions and from the danger of being entirely carried away from reality into mere dreams and fictions.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of Reasoning, 1912, null
The quote urges grounding one's beliefs in immutable truth and nature to avoid being misled by fantasies.
In simple terms: Advocates basing beliefs on solid, unchanging truths.
Seek truth, avoid illusion.
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When to use this quote
- academic study
- personal decision making
- public discourse
- media analysis
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What constitutes an "immovable foundation"?
- How do we verify truth in complex issues?
Truth can be subjective and contested.