Eye Quote by Plautus
“One eye witness is better than ten hear sayers.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Comedy of the Fuller, 191 BC
First‑hand testimony is far more reliable than rumors or second‑hand accounts.
In simple terms: Direct evidence beats hearsay.
Seek primary sources for truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research
- legal testimony
- news reporting
- personal disputes
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you verify a witness’s credibility?
- When should you trust multiple sources?
Sometimes direct accounts can be biased.