Quote by Buddha

Do not believe in anything simply because you have heard it.Do not believe in anything simply because it is spoken and rumored by many.Do not believe in anything simply because it is found written in your religious books.Do not believe in anything merely on the authority of your teachers and elders.Do not believe in traditions because they have been handed down for many generations.But after observation and analysis, when you find that anything agrees with reason and is conducive to the good and benefit of one and all, then accept it and live up to it.

Do not believe in anything simply because you have heard it.

Summary

This quote encourages individuals to critically evaluate their beliefs rather than simply accepting them based on hearsay, popularity, religious texts, authority figures, or traditional views. It emphasizes the importance of personal observation, analysis, reason, and the overall benefit of society as determining factors in accepting and adopting a belief. This encourages a more intellectual and rational approach to belief systems, urging individuals to align their beliefs with what is logical, ethical, and beneficial for everyone.

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