"He who thinks and thinks for himself, will always have a claim to thanks; it is no matter whether it be right or wrong, so as it be explicit. If it is right, it will serve as a guide to direct; if wrong, as a beacon to warn"

This quote by Jeremy Bentham encourages independent thinking and encourages individuals to think on their own. He believes that even if the thoughts are incorrect, they still have value as they can work as a cautioning to others. He believes that those who believe for themselves must be thanked, no matter whether their ideas are ideal or incorrect. He thinks that if the ideas are right, they can serve as a guide to direct others, and if they are wrong, they can serve as a beacon to caution others. This quote encourages individuals to believe on their own and to not hesitate to express their ideas, even if they are wrong. It encourages people to take responsibility for their own thoughts and to not be afraid to express them.