Quote by Romain Rolland

Discussion is impossible with someone who claims not to seek the truth, but already to possess it.

Discussion is impossible with someone who claims not to seek

Summary

This quote highlights the difficulty of engaging in meaningful discussion with individuals who believe they already hold the ultimate truth and are closed off to other perspectives. The quote implies that fruitful conversations require a genuine willingness to explore different ideas and consider alternative viewpoints. When someone is convinced that they possess the absolute truth and are unwilling to question or challenge their beliefs, meaningful dialogue becomes impossible because it lacks the fundamental foundation of open-mindedness and curiosity.

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Truth Prejudice Discussion Dialogue

By Romain Rolland

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