Evidence Quote by George Iles
“A superstition is a premature explanation that overstays its time.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Nature of Belief, 2009
Superstitions are early, untested explanations that persist beyond usefulness.
In simple terms: Superstitions outlive their usefulness.
Question outdated explanations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily decisions
- education
- media consumption
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we cling to outdated beliefs?
- How can we replace them with evidence?
Some superstitions may hold cultural value despite being irrational.