Cold Quote by Galileo Galilei
“Showing a greater fondness for their own opinions than for truth, they sought to deny and disprove the new things which, if they had cared to look for themselves, their own senses would have demonstrated to them.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Dialogue on scientific method, 1632
People often cling to personal opinions over truth, rejecting new evidence that contradicts their beliefs.
In simple terms: People prefer their own views to facts, ignoring evidence.
Key Takeaway
Stay open to evidence, not just opinions.
Themes
skepticism
truth
bias
science
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- education
- debate
- media literacy
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we encourage critical thinking?
- What barriers prevent acceptance of new evidence?
A Different Perspective
Changing minds is difficult; people resist uncomfortable truths.
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