Critic Quote by James Whistler
“I maintain that two and two would continue to make four, in spite of the whine of the amateur for three, or the cry of the critic for five.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, possibly interview, 20th century
The speaker asserts that objective truth remains unchanged despite popular or critical pressure to alter it.
In simple terms: Truth stays the same despite opinions.
Stand firm in facts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- debates
- science
- education
- political discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond when facts are challenged?
- When is it appropriate to question consensus?
Truth can be contested, causing social friction.