Objections Quote by Thomas Hobbes
““I had requested all who might find aught meriting censure in my writings, to do me the favor of pointing it out to me, I may state that no objections worthy of remark have been alleged against what I then said on these questions except two, to which I will here briefly reply.””
About This Quote
Source Philosophical essay, 17th‑century political treatise
Invites readers to point out errors, showing confidence that his arguments are sound except for two minor objections.
In simple terms: Welcomes critique to strengthen his ideas.
Key Takeaway
Invite constructive criticism.
Themes
intellectual humility
critical inquiry
philosophy
Mood
analytical
reflective
Type
philosophical
academic
When to use this quote
- academic debate
- writing revision
- peer review
- philosophical discourse
Key Concepts
argumentation
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- Which objections are most compelling?
- How does openness to critique improve scholarship?
A Different Perspective
May be seen as defensive if objections are dismissed.
