Approval Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero
“There is nothing more shocking than to see assertion and approval dashing ahead of cognition and perception.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Cicero’s Orations, 1st century BC
People often act on belief and approval before understanding reality.
In simple terms: Actions can precede true understanding.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions before acting.
Themes
critical thinking
perception
logic
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- decision making
- public discourse
- education
Key Concepts
Philosophy
rhetoric
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify facts before reacting?
- What role does approval play in your choices?
A Different Perspective
Human bias can distort reality.
![“Things sacred should not only be touched with the hands, but unviolated in thought. [Lat., Res sacros non modo manibus attingi, sed ne cogitatione quidem violari fas fuit.]” quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/deb/marcus-tullius-cicero-157_hands_things-sacred-should-not-only-be-touched_11960.jpg)
