Anachron’s Law: There is no myth which is so irrational…
““Anachron’s Law: There is no myth which is so irrational that no one will believe it. Anachron’s Corollary: There is no truth which is so obvious that everyone will accept it.””
About This Quote
Even the most absurd myths can find believers, while obvious truths may be dismissed; belief and skepticism are not strictly tied to rationality or clarity.
In simple terms: Belief defies logic; truth can be ignored.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about what people accept.
Themes
belief
skepticism
truth
myths
rationality
Mood
ironic
skeptical
Type
aphorism
observation
When to use this quote
- political propaganda
- marketing hype
- scientific consensus debates
- religious doctrine
- conspiracy theories
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
social influence
Practical Applications
- critical thinking training
- public communication strategies
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people cling to irrational ideas?
- How can we make obvious truths more compelling?