Astonished Quote by William Golding
“I am astonished at the ease with which uninformed persons come to a settled, a passionate opinion when they have no grounds for judgment.”
About This Quote
People form strong opinions without evidence, showing the ease of uninformed certainty.
In simple terms: Uninformed people quickly become confident.
Key Takeaway
Seek evidence before forming opinions.
Themes
cognition
bias
certainty
critical thinking
Mood
analytical
skeptical
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- debates
- online discussions
- policy making
Key Concepts
epistemology
social psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you encourage humility in discourse?
- What checks prevent false certainty?
A Different Perspective
Confidence can be misplaced.
