Crowds Quote by Soren Kierkegaard
“. . .the larger the crowd, the more probable that that which it praises is folly, and the more improbable that it is truth; and the most improbable of all that it is any eternal truth.”
About This Quote
Source Philosophical Essay: "The Crowd and Its Faith", 1841
It argues that popular opinion often celebrates folly, while truth is rare and unlikely to be universally accepted.
In simple terms: Mass opinion favors folly; truth is rare.
Key Takeaway
Question popular beliefs critically.
Themes
society
truth
folly
crowd dynamics
Mood
skeptical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- public discourse
- media analysis
- education
- policy making
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
social psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When has a minority view proved true?
- How can we balance skepticism with openness?
A Different Perspective
The statement can dismiss minority truths that are valuable.
