Adopted Quote by Joseph de Maistre
“Prejudice does not mean false ideas, but only ... opinions adopted before examination.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: St. Petersburg, 1791
Prejudice is an unexamined opinion, not necessarily false.
In simple terms: Prejudice = unexamined opinion.
Key Takeaway
Examine beliefs before acceptance.
Themes
bias
critical thinking
open‑mindedness
Mood
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- media consumption
- education
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What opinions have you accepted without testing?
- How can you foster open dialogue?
A Different Perspective
Deeply held biases resist scrutiny.
