Communication Quote by Teodoro A. Agoncillo
““In historical methodology, it says that the more private a communication is, the more authoritative it is.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Philippine Revolution, 1896‑1898, 1965
Private communications are often seen as more credible because they are less likely to be influenced by public scrutiny.
In simple terms: Private messages seem more trustworthy.
Value discretion for credibility.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- research
- journalism
- legal testimony
- personal letters
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a private source reliable?
- How do you verify authenticity?
Private messages can be manipulated or misinterpreted.