Blindness Quote by Michael Faraday
“It is right that we should stand by and act on our principles; but not right to hold them in obstinate blindness, or retain them when proved to be erroneous.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, 19th century scientific discourse
Principles should guide action, but must be open to revision when evidence contradicts them.
In simple terms: Hold principles, but change them if wrong.
Key Takeaway
Adapt beliefs when proven false.
Themes
ethics
open‑mindedness
intellectual humility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal decisions
- academic research
Key Concepts
philosophy
critical thinking
science
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance conviction with flexibility?
- When is it okay to abandon a long‑held belief?
A Different Perspective
Changing deeply held beliefs can be socially painful.
