Fallibility Quote by Nicola Abbagnano
“Reason itself is fallible, and this fallibility must find a place in our logic.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Possibility and Freedom, 1955
Human reasoning is imperfect; acknowledging its limits fosters humility and better decision‑making.
In simple terms: Reason is imperfect.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty.
Themes
philosophy
logic
humility
critical thinking
epistemology
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- debate
- policy drafting
- personal decisions
- scientific research
Key Concepts
cognitive science
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance reason and feeling?
- When should you trust intuition?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on logic can ignore emotion.
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