Answers Quote by Katharine Fullerton Gerould
“The indiscreet questioner - and by indiscreet questions I mean questions which it is not conceivably a man's duty either to the community or to any individual to answer - is a marauder, and there is every excuse for treating him as such.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Indiscreet Questioner, 1915
Intrusive questioning is a moral violation, likened to a marauder, and can be justifiably opposed.
In simple terms: Bad questions are harmful.
Key Takeaway
Challenge invasive inquiries.
Themes
privacy
ethics
communication
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
ethical
social
When to use this quote
- workplace meetings
- media interviews
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
moral boundaries
social etiquette
Questions to Reflect On
- When does curiosity become harmful?
- How to respond without escalating?
A Different Perspective
Some questions may be necessary for truth.
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