Belief Quote by Ludwig Wittgenstein
““Superstition is the belief in the causal nexus.””
About This Quote
Source Philosophy: Lecture notes, 1930s
Superstition is believing in a cause‑effect link without evidence.
In simple terms: Believing in causes without proof.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions about causality.
Themes
philosophy
critical thinking
belief
Mood
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- everyday decision making
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
causality
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What causal claims do you accept without proof?
- How can you test these beliefs?
A Different Perspective
People often rely on intuition over evidence.
