Add Quote by Jean de la Bruyere
“Logic is the technique by which we add conviction to truth.”
About This Quote
Logic adds persuasive strength to truth, turning abstract facts into convincing arguments.
In simple terms: Logic makes truth more convincing.
Key Takeaway
Use logic to strengthen arguments.
Themes
reasoning
truth
persuasion
philosophy
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- debates
- education
- public speaking
- writing
Key Concepts
critical thinking
argumentation
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions underlie your conclusions?
- How do you test the validity of your premises?
A Different Perspective
Logic can be misused to obscure truth if premises are flawed.
![“The court is like a palace built of marble; I mean that it is made up of very hard but very polished people. [Fr., La cour est comme un edifice bati de marbre; je veux dire qu'elle est composee d'hommes fort durs mais fort polis.]” quote by Jean de la Bruyere](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/fcf/jean-de-la-bruyere-575_built_the-court-is-like-a-palace-built-of-marb_77288.jpg)
