Believe Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
“Everything is true; only the opposite is true too; you must believe both equally or be damned.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, 1886
The quote suggests that contradictory truths can coexist, and one must accept both perspectives to avoid condemnation.
In simple terms: Both sides can be true; accept both.
Embrace paradox, avoid dogma.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- ethical debates
- personal decisions
- philosophical discussions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you hold opposing ideas without conflict?
- When is dual acceptance harmful?
It may ignore practical limits of holding contradictory beliefs.