"Be not astonished at new ideas; for it is well known to you that a thing does not therefore cease to be true because it is not accepted by many"
- Baruch Spinoza
About this Quote
In this quote, Baruch Spinoza is encouraging us to be open-minded and not to be surprised by originalities. He reminds us that even if an idea is not extensively accepted, it does not indicate that it is not true. Spinoza is suggesting that we should not hesitate to challenge conventional beliefs and believe outside the box. He believes that fact is not figured out by popular opinion, however rather by proof and factor. This quote serves as a reminder to constantly question and check out originalities, rather than blindly accepting what is typically believed. It motivates us to be critical thinkers and to have the nerve to accept brand-new viewpoints.
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