Body Quote by Henry David Thoreau
“My facts shall be falsehoods to the common sense. I would so state facts that they shall be significant, shall be myths or mythologic. Facts which the mind perceived, thoughts which the body thought - with these I deal.”
About This Quote
The speaker suggests that facts become myths when shaped by perception, highlighting subjectivity of truth.
In simple terms: Facts become myths through perception.
Key Takeaway
Question the objectivity of facts.
Themes
philosophy
perception
truth
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
analytical
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- academic discourse
- creative writing
- critical thinking
Key Concepts
subjectivity
mythmaking
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish fact from myth?
- What role does perception play in shaping truth?
A Different Perspective
May overlook empirical evidence in favor of narrative.
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