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“Hear the other side.”

Saint Augustine

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Confessions, 4th century

Listen to opposing viewpoints before forming judgments.

In simple terms: Consider both sides.

Key Takeaway

Seek out alternative perspectives.

Themes

open‑mindedness dialogue wisdom

Mood

reflective thoughtful

Type

philosophical ethical

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • personal decisions
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

critical thinking empathy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What biases affect your listening?
  • How do you handle contradictory evidence?
A Different Perspective

Listening can be time‑consuming.

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