Buried Quote by Robert Fulton
“The fear of meeting the opposition of envy, or the illiberality of ignorance is, no doubt, the frequent cause of preventing many ingenious men from ushering opinions into the world which deviate from common practice. Hence for want of energy, the young idea is shackled with timidity and a useful thought is buried in the impenetrable gloom of eternal oblivion.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Unknown, 19th century
The quote warns that envy, ignorance, and fear suppress innovative ideas, causing them to remain hidden.
In simple terms: Fear and ignorance kill innovation.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open dialogue and support new ideas.
Themes
creativity
fear
ignorance
innovation
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- entrepreneurship
- artistic endeavors
Key Concepts
psychology
social dynamics
intellectual freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we protect novel ideas?
- What role does education play?
A Different Perspective
Overcoming fear is challenging; societal norms resist change.
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