Believe Quote by Plautus
“And one eye-witness weighs More than ten hear-fays. Seeing is believing, All the world o'er.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Comedy of Plautus (specific play unknown)
A single eyewitness account is more reliable than many rumors or hearsay.
In simple terms: Firsthand evidence beats gossip.
Key Takeaway
Trust direct observation.
Themes
trust
credibility
evidence
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- legal testimony
- journalism
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
epistemology
social proof
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify an eyewitness claim?
- When should you seek multiple perspectives?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on a single source can be risky if that source is biased.
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