Majority Quote by Henrik Ibsen
“The majority never has right on its side.”
About This Quote
Source Play: An Enemy of the People, 1882
The crowd often lacks moral correctness, so majority opinion isn’t a reliable guide to truth.
In simple terms: Majorities can be wrong.
Question authority, seek evidence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political debates
- jury decisions
- public policy
- media consumption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you trust the majority or your own judgment?
- How can minority voices be amplified?
Majorities may hold power, making dissent risky.