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Believe Quote by Socrates

“The uninitiated are those who believe in nothing except what they can grasp in their hands, and who deny the existence of all that is invisible.” quote by Socrates
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“The uninitiated are those who believe in nothing except what they can grasp in their hands, and who deny the existence of all that is invisible.”

Socrates

About This Quote

Source Dialogue: Plato's Gorgias, 380 BC

People who only trust tangible evidence reject unseen truths, limiting their understanding of reality.

In simple terms: Relying solely on the visible narrows belief.

Key Takeaway

Balance observable facts with openness to the unseen.

Themes

skepticism philosophy faith

Mood

inquisitive thoughtful

Type

philosophical skeptical

When to use this quote

  • scientific research
  • spiritual practice
  • ethical debates

Key Concepts

epistemology metaphysics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you validate unseen concepts?
  • What role does evidence play in belief?
A Different Perspective

Blind faith in the unseen can be irrational.

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