Belief Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
““I don’t see why the things we believe absolutely now shouldn’t be just as wrong as what they believed in the past.’ ‘Neither do I.’ ‘Then how can you believe anything at all?’ ‘I don’t know.””
About This Quote
Source Play: “The Constant Wife”, 1926
Questioning absolute certainty, recognizing that all beliefs may be flawed.
In simple terms: All beliefs could be wrong.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humility in thinking.
Themes
skepticism
philosophy
uncertainty
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- political debates
- scientific theories
- personal convictions
Key Concepts
epistemology
relativism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you decide what to trust?
- When is doubt constructive?
A Different Perspective
May lead to paralysis or cynicism.