Truth Quote by Jacques Barzun
““When all around take fundamental ideas for granted, these must be the truth. For most minds there is no comfort like it.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Crisis of the Modern Mind, 1963
When fundamental ideas are taken for granted, they become accepted as truth, providing comfort to most minds.
In simple terms: Assumed ideas feel comforting.
Key Takeaway
Question accepted truths.
Themes
comfort
assumption
truth
intellectual humility
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
academic
reflective
When to use this quote
- education
- public discourse
- personal belief systems
- media consumption
Key Concepts
philosophy of knowledge
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions do you hold without scrutiny?
- How does comfort influence belief?
A Different Perspective
Blind acceptance can hinder progress.
