Age Quote by Flannery O'Connor
“We are now living in an age which doubts both fact and value. It is the life of this age that we wish to see and judge.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Nature of Doubt, 1970
Modern society questions both objective facts and moral values, leading to pervasive uncertainty.
In simple terms: We doubt facts and values today.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and examine your own assumptions.
Themes
uncertainty
culture
truth
values
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- political discourse
- education
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
postmodernism
epistemology
relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate fact from opinion?
- What values guide your judgments?
A Different Perspective
Doubt can paralyze decision‑making if not balanced with critical thinking.
