Absurdities Quote by Voltaire
““Those who can be made to believe absurdities can be made to commit atrocities””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Candide, 1759
Believing absurdities makes people capable of committing atrocities, warning against blind faith.
In simple terms: Absurd belief leads to cruelty.
Key Takeaway
Question absurd ideas.
Themes
critical thinking
morality
politics
Mood
cautionary
thought‑provoking
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- media consumption
- political propaganda
- education curricula
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology of belief
Questions to Reflect On
- What absurdities do you accept?
- How can societies guard against harmful beliefs?
A Different Perspective
People may cling to comforting myths despite evidence.
