Christianity Quote by Honore de Balzac
“For the journalist, anything probable is gospel truth.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Père Goriot (1835)
Journalists may treat unverified possibilities as absolute truth, risking misinformation.
In simple terms: Treat speculation as fact can mislead.
Key Takeaway
Verify before publishing.
Themes
media
truth
responsibility
Mood
critical
cautious
Type
journalistic
educational
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- social media
- political commentary
- academic research
Key Concepts
journalistic ethics
information literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a story?
- What are the consequences of false reporting?
A Different Perspective
Time pressure can force reliance on probable but unconfirmed info.
