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Logic: The art of thinking and reasoning in strict accordance with the limitations and incapacities of the human misunde
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"Logic: The art of thinking and reasoning in strict accordance with the limitations and incapacities of the human misunderstanding"

- Ambrose Bierce

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In this quote, Ambrose Bierce provides a negative point of view on reasoning. He specifies reasoning as the process of thinking and thinking, but stresses that it is restricted within the constraints and inabilities of human understanding. Bierce recommends that human misunderstanding is a fundamental barrier that prevents our ability to perceive and analyze the world properly. This suggests that logic, despite being a logical and rational approach, is naturally flawed and prejudiced due to our inherent restrictions. Bierce's quote highlights the fragile nature of human comprehension and works as a reminder that in spite of our finest efforts, comprehending the world fully may always remain beyond our reach.

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Ambrose Bierce This quote is written / told by Ambrose Bierce between June 24, 1842 and December 26, 1914. He was a famous Journalist from USA. The author also have 124 other quotes.

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