Addresses Quote by Maimonides
“When I have a difficult subject before me - when I find the road narrow, and can see no other way of teaching a well established truth except by pleasing one intelligent man and displeasing ten thousand fools - I prefer to address myself to the one man, and to take no notice whatever of the condemnation of the multitude; I prefer to extricate that intelligent man from his embarrassment and show him the cause of his perplexity, so that he may attain perfection and be at peace.”
About This Quote
Source Treat: Mishneh Torah, Guide for the Perplexed, 1190
He teaches that truth should be conveyed to the discerning few rather than appeasing the masses, focusing on deep understanding over popular approval.
In simple terms: Teach the wise, ignore the crowd.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize depth over popularity.
Themes
education
truth
individualism
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- teaching elite students
- academic mentorship
- private tutoring
- leadership coaching
Key Concepts
philosophy
pedagogy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance truth with public acceptance?
- What risks arise from ignoring majority opinion?
A Different Perspective
May alienate many and limit broader impact.
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