Blind Quote by Plato
““Haven't you noticed that opinion without knowledge is always a poor thing? At the best it is blind—isn't anyone who holds a true opinion without understanding like a blind man on the right road?””
About This Quote
Source Dialogue: Theaetetus, 369 BC
Opinions formed without understanding are unreliable, like a blind man on a road.
In simple terms: Opinions without knowledge are poor.
Key Takeaway
Seek knowledge before forming opinions.
Themes
philosophy
epistemology
critical thinking
Mood
thoughtful
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
didactic
When to use this quote
- education
- debate
- decision making
Key Concepts
knowledge vs belief
blindness metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs do you hold without full understanding?
- How can you test the validity of an opinion?
A Different Perspective
Even knowledge can be misapplied without critical analysis.
