Been Quote by Knute Nelson
“It is with this as with religion: one usually believes what he has been taught.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Political address, early 20th century
Religion, like many beliefs, is often accepted because it is taught, not because of personal inquiry.
In simple terms: Beliefs are taught, not always examined.
Key Takeaway
Question taught doctrines.
Themes
faith
education
conformity
belief
Mood
inquisitive
analytical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- religious upbringing
- schooling
- family tradition
- cultural rituals
Key Concepts
social conditioning
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you accept beliefs without questioning?
- What teachings have you examined critically?
A Different Perspective
Personal experience can also shape belief.
![“Man usually believes, if only words he hears, That also with them goes material for thinking. [Ger., Gewohnlich glaubt der Mensch, wenn er nur Worte hort, Es musse sich dabei doch auch was denken.]” quote by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/bbb/johann-wolfgang-von-goethe-36_believe_man-usually-believes-if-only-words-he-he_1065968.jpg)
