Another man Quote by Swami Vivekananda
“Do not believe a thing because you have read about it in a book. Do not believe a thing because another man has said it was true. Do not believe in words because they are hallowed by tradition. Find out the truth for yourself. Reason it out. That is realization.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the Parliament of Religions, Chicago, 1893
Critical thinking requires personal verification, not blind acceptance of authority or tradition.
In simple terms: Think for yourself.
Key Takeaway
Question authority, seek truth.
Themes
critical thinking
independence
truth‑seeking
Mood
inspirational
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- academic research
- media literacy workshops
- personal study groups
- philosophical debates
Key Concepts
skepticism
reasoning
self‑inquiry
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify information?
- When is tradition valuable?
A Different Perspective
May lead to relativism if no standards.
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