Crow Quote by Neville J. Anderson-Budd
““Crow's Law. Do not believe what you want to believe, until you know what you need to know. R.V. Jones of Scientific Intelligence WWII.””
About This Quote
One should not accept beliefs without first seeking essential knowledge.
In simple terms: Question before believing.
Key Takeaway
Verify facts before forming opinions.
Themes
critical thinking
skepticism
knowledge
belief
information
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
Type
Crow:1
Believe Know:1
Law Believe:1
Crow Law:1
Intelligence Wwii:0
When to use this quote
- daily news
- online forums
- academic study
- political discourse
Key Concepts
epistemology
cognitive bias
truth seeking
Questions to Reflect On
- What sources are trustworthy?
- How do we handle unknowns?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes access to all needed knowledge, which may be impossible.
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