Arguments Quote by Lewis Carroll
““A few more Rules may fitly be given here, for correspondence that has unfortunately become controversial . One is, don’t repeat yourself . When once you have said your say, fully and clearly, on a certain point, and have failed to convince your friend, drop that subject : to repeat your arguments, all over again, will simply lead to his doing the same; and so you will go on, like a Circulating Decimal. Did you ever know a Circulating Decimal come to an end? ””
About This Quote
Repeating the same argument without new evidence leads to endless loops and no resolution.
In simple terms: Avoid endless repetition in debates.
Key Takeaway
Introduce fresh perspectives or move on.
Themes
communication
logic
debate
efficiency
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- academic discussions
- online forums
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
argumentation theory
Questions to Reflect On
- When is repetition useful?
- How can you recognize a dead‑end argument?
A Different Perspective
Sometimes repetition is needed for emphasis or clarification.
