Enough Quote by William Gibson
“If ignorance were enough to make things not exist, the world would be more like a lot of people think it is. But it's not. And it's not.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Neuromancer, 1984
Ignorance does not erase existence; the world persists despite misconceptions, challenging the belief that lack of knowledge makes things vanish.
In simple terms: Ignorance doesn’t make things disappear.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge reality beyond what we don’t know.
Themes
knowledge
reality
perception
existence
misconception
Mood
reflective
critical
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- research
- critical thinking
- education
- media analysis
- policy making
Key Concepts
philosophy
epistemology
science fiction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does ignorance shape policy?
- What evidence counters false assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Denial can blind decision‑making.
