Know Quote by Will Rogers
“It isn't what we don't know that gives us trouble, it's what we know that ain't so.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown, attributed to Will Rogers, early 20th century
We suffer more from false beliefs we hold than from gaps in our knowledge.
In simple terms: Wrong beliefs cause trouble, not ignorance.
Key Takeaway
Question your assumptions.
Themes
knowledge
belief
truth
Mood
skeptical
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- policy making
- education
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What beliefs have you accepted without proof?
- How do you verify what you think you know?
A Different Perspective
False beliefs can be hard to change even when evidence is presented.
