Opinion Quote by Michel de Montaigne
“When I express my opinions it is so as to reveal the measure of my sight not the measure of the thing.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Essays, Book I, 1580
The speaker says expressing opinions shows one’s own perspective, not the true nature of the subject.
In simple terms: Opinions reveal the speaker, not the thing.
Key Takeaway
Focus on self‑awareness when sharing views.
Themes
self‑knowledge
communication
humility
perception
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- debates
- personal essays
- teaching
- media commentary
Key Concepts
epistemology
subjectivity
reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we separate personal bias from factual analysis?
- What does this say about the limits of language?
A Different Perspective
May overlook the value of objective facts.
