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The most erroneous stories are those we think we know best - and therefore never scrutinize or question
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"The most erroneous stories are those we think we know best - and therefore never scrutinize or question"

- Stephen Jay Gould

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This quote by Stephen Jay Gould recommends that the tales or beliefs that we consider to be the most true or precise are frequently the ones that we do not look at or examine, as well as for that reason might have mistakes or mistakes. It is very important to be critical of our own ideas and also assumptions, to make sure that they are based on proof as well as factor. Otherwise, we risk bolstering incorrect or deceptive info.

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Stephen Jay Gould This quote is written / told by Stephen Jay Gould between September 10, 1941 and May 20, 2002. He was a famous Scientist from USA. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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