Accomplished Quote by H. L. Mencken
“The believing mind is externally impervious to evidence. The most that can be accomplished with it is to induce it to substitute one delusion for another. It rejects all overt evidence as wicked.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The Philosophy of the Unseen” by H. L. Mencken, 1925
A closed mind rejects evidence, swapping one delusion for another, staying impervious to truth.
In simple terms: Closed minds replace truth with new lies.
Key Takeaway
Stay open to evidence, avoid dogma.
Themes
critical thinking
skepticism
truth
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debate
- scientific research
- media consumption
- personal decision making
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
logic
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test your beliefs?
- What evidence would change your mind?
A Different Perspective
Even open minds can be swayed by persuasive falsehoods.
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