Appearance Quote by Gautama Buddha
“Don't rely on logic alone, nor speculation. Don't infer or be deceived by appearances.”
About This Quote
Source Sutra: Dhammapada, verse 5
Logical reasoning without wisdom can be misleading; appearances may hide truth.
In simple terms: Logic alone can mislead; appearances can deceive.
Key Takeaway
Balance reason with insight.
Themes
wisdom
perception
critical thinking
Mood
contemplative
cautious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- decision making
- conflict resolution
- personal judgment
- media literacy
Key Concepts
Buddhist philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify what you see?
- When should intuition guide you?
A Different Perspective
Pure logic ignores context and emotional nuance.
