Believed Quote by Michael Crichton
““Montaigne said three hundred years ago, ‘Nothing is so firmly believed as that which is least known.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Jurassic Park, 1990
Ideas we know little about often become strongly believed, revealing a bias toward certainty over ignorance.
In simple terms: We trust what we know little.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions based on limited knowledge.
Themes
cognitive bias
knowledge
belief
uncertainty
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- scientific research
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
belief formation
epistemic humility
Questions to Reflect On
- What do you assume without evidence?
- How can you test your convictions?
A Different Perspective
People may cling to false beliefs despite evidence.
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