Bible Quote by Learned Hand
“No doubt one may quote history to support any cause, as the devil quotes the scripture.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Judicial Opinion, United States Supreme Court, 1947
People can manipulate historical facts to justify any agenda, just as the devil twists scripture for its own ends.
In simple terms: History can be twisted to support any cause.
Key Takeaway
Question sources critically.
Themes
critical thinking
manipulation
history
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
cautionary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- academic research
- media analysis
- legal arguments
Key Concepts
Rhetoric
propaganda
interpretation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the authenticity of a historical claim?
- What motives might drive selective quoting?
A Different Perspective
Historical manipulation can be subtle and persuasive.
