Quote by Hosea Ballou

Doubt is the incentive to truth and inquiry leads the way.

Doubt is the incentive to truth and inquiry leads the way.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of doubt in the pursuit of truth. It suggests that questioning and skepticism act as incentives that push individuals towards finding truth. Additionally, it assertively states that inquiry, or the act of seeking answers, is the path to discovering truth. In essence, the quote highlights the value of doubt and curiosity in the process of exploring and uncovering knowledge and understanding.

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