Accepting Quote by Paulette Goddard
“He who accepts the unaltered philosophy of another is as ludicrous as he who donshis neighbor's hat, and infinitely more ridiculous.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Hollywood Talk, 1952
Criticizes blind acceptance of others' philosophies, likening it to absurd fashion theft.
In simple terms: Don’t copy ideas without thought.
Think critically about beliefs.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- personal decision‑making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs have you adopted without scrutiny?
- How do you balance respect and originality?
Risk of dismissing useful ideas outright.