Being true Quote by Francis Bacon
“For what a man would like to be true, that he more readily believes.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Novum Organum, 1620
People tend to accept statements that align with their desires, even without evidence.
In simple terms: Desire biases belief.
Question your assumptions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- political discourse
- marketing
- media consumption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do your wishes shape what you accept as true?
- What steps can you take to test beliefs against evidence?
Bias can lead to self‑deception and poor choices.