Greater Quote by Francis Quarles
“Let the greatest part of the news thou hearest be the least part of what thou believest, lest the greater part of what thou believest be the least part of what is true.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Unsearchable, 1621
Beware of over‑valuing what you hear; it can distort your belief and hide truth.
In simple terms: Don't trust news more than facts.
Key Takeaway
Question sources before believing.
Themes
critical thinking
media literacy
truth seeking
Mood
skeptical
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- news consumption
- social media
- political debate
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
information overload
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify information?
- What sources do you trust most?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on anecdotal evidence can mislead.
