Air Quote by William Hazlitt
“General principles are not the less true or important because from their nature they elude immediate observation; they are like the air, which is not the less necessary because we neither see nor feel it.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "On the Nature of Principles", 1825
Principles are essential even if invisible, like air, because they shape reality despite being unseen.
In simple terms: Invisible principles are vital.
Key Takeaway
Trust underlying truths even when unseen.
Themes
philosophy
invisibility
truth
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- science
- lawmaking
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
logic
foundational concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What unseen principles guide your decisions?
- How can we test invisible truths?
A Different Perspective
Invisible principles can be misused without scrutiny.
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![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)