Quote by Johann von Goethe

We are so constituted that we believe the most incredible things; and, once they are engraved upon the memory, woe to him who would endeavor to erase them.

We are so constituted that we believe the most incredible th

Summary

This quote speaks to the human tendency to believe even the most implausible ideas and concepts. Once these beliefs become ingrained in our minds, it becomes extremely challenging to challenge or change them. It serves as a warning not to underestimate the power of deeply held convictions and the difficulty of altering someone's opinions and beliefs once they have been deeply rooted within them.

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