Atheism Quote by Robert Green Ingersoll
“But honest men do not pretend to know; they are candid and sincere; they love the truth; they admit their ignorance, and they say, We do not know.”
About This Quote
True honesty admits ignorance and avoids pretension, fostering genuine truth‑seeking.
In simple terms: Honest people admit they don’t know.
Key Takeaway
Value humility and truth.
Themes
honesty
humility
truth
ignorance
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- leadership
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
intellectual honesty
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you pretended to know?
- How does humility affect trust?
A Different Perspective
Admitting ignorance can be seen as weakness.
