Impossible Quote by Philip Pullman
““She shook her head and whispered, "No. No! That can't be true. Impossible!" "You think things have to be possible? Things have to be true!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Book of Dust” (2017) dialogue
Denial of impossibility challenges truth‑seeking; insisting on truth over possibility.
In simple terms: Truth over possibility.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize truth in inquiry.
Themes
philosophy
truth
possibility
Mood
philosophical
inquisitive
Type
literature
dialogue
When to use this quote
- debates
- scientific research
- personal dilemmas
Key Concepts
epistemology
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle contradictory evidence?
- When is it okay to accept uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be subjective.
