Conquer Quote by Philip Schaff
“One man with truth on his side is stronger than a majority in error, and will conquer in the end.”
About This Quote
Source Book: History of the Christian Church, 1850
Truth, when held by an individual, outweighs a mistaken majority and ultimately prevails.
In simple terms: Truth beats a wrong crowd.
Key Takeaway
Stand by truth, even alone.
Themes
integrity
courage
justice
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political activism
- courtrooms
- social movements
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
truth
majority_vs_minority
moral_strength
Questions to Reflect On
- What truths are you willing to defend alone?
- How can you influence a misinformed majority?
A Different Perspective
Truth may be ignored or suppressed; persistence is required.
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