Believed Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“Nothing is so firmly believed as what we least know.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Essays by Michel de Montaigne, 1580
People often trust ideas they understand least, mistaking familiarity for certainty.
In simple terms: We trust what we know least.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions.
Themes
knowledge
confidence
bias
Mood
reflective
skeptical
Type
philosophical
critical.
When to use this quote
- political debate
- personal relationships
- media consumption
- decision making
Key Concepts
epistemology
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs might be based on limited knowledge?
- How do you test the depth of your convictions?
A Different Perspective
It can be hard to recognize ignorance when it feels comfortable.
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