Quote by Thomas Paine

It is necessary to the happiness of man that he be mentally faithful to himself. Infidelity does not consist in believing, or in disbelieving, it consists in professing to believe what he does not believe.

It is necessary to the happiness of man that he be mentally

Summary

This quote by Thomas Paine emphasizes the importance of intellectual honesty and staying true to oneself. According to Paine, true happiness can only be achieved when an individual maintains mental fidelity to their own beliefs and convictions. He suggests that being unfaithful to oneself does not necessarily mean doubting or denying beliefs, but rather pretending to believe in something that one truly does not. In essence, Paine argues that to lead a fulfilling life, one should be genuine in their beliefs rather than succumbing to societal pressures or expectations.

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