Preposterous Quote by Soren Kierkegaard
““The less support an idea has,the more fervently it must be believed in, so that a totally preposterous idea requires unflinching faith.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Either/Or by Søren Kierkegaard, 1843
Ideas lacking evidence often demand stronger belief, leading people to cling to absurd notions with unwavering confidence.
In simple terms: Weak evidence fuels strong belief in absurd ideas.
Key Takeaway
Question evidence before committing belief.
Themes
faith
reason
irrationality
belief
psychology
Mood
skeptical
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
analytical
cautionary
When to use this quote
- political ideology
- religious doctrine
- conspiracy theories
- marketing hype
Key Concepts
existentialism
cognitive bias
faith vs reason
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we cling to ideas despite weak evidence?
- How does group identity reinforce irrational belief?
A Different Perspective
Even with flimsy support, social pressure can sustain belief.
