Delusion Quote by Thomas Paine
““that which is right will become popular, and that which is wrong, though by mistake it may obtain the cry or fashion of the day, will soon lose the power of delusion, and sink into disesteem.””
About This Quote
Source Pamphlet: Rights of Man, 1791
Truthful ideas eventually gain acceptance, while false trends fade as their deception is revealed.
In simple terms: Right ideas win; wrong ideas lose.
Key Takeaway
Promote truth, ignore fleeting fashions.
Themes
truth
popularity
delusion
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- marketing trends
- fashion cycles
- public opinion
Key Concepts
social dynamics
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What current trend seems popular but questionable?
- How can truth be sustained against popular delusion?
A Different Perspective
Popularity can mask falsehoods for a time.
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