Majority Quote by George Henry Lewes
“The opinion of the majority is not lightly to be rejected; but neither is it to be carelessly echoed.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Theory of Moral Sentiments", 1874
Majority opinions deserve thoughtful consideration, not blind acceptance or rejection.
In simple terms: Think before you follow the crowd.
Balance independent thought with social insight.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy debates
- team decisions
- media consumption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you challenge the majority?
- How to weigh popular opinion wisely?
Overreliance on consensus can suppress innovation.