Believe Quote by Sheri S. Tepper
“I tell you, lad, that men will believe is one says, "The Gods say..." They will believe if one says, "I had a Vision..." They will believe if one says, "It was told me on a tablet of hidden gold..." But, if one says, "History teaches," then they will not believe.”
About This Quote
People trust claims of divine or secret authority, but are skeptical of lessons drawn from history.
In simple terms: People favor mystic claims over historical lessons.
Key Takeaway
Question the source of authority.
Themes
belief
authority
skepticism
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- education
- public speaking
- marketing
Key Concepts
critical thinking
media literacy
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we distrust historical evidence?
- How can history be made compelling?
A Different Perspective
Historical lessons can be dismissed if presented without relevance.
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