Quote by William Penn

Nothing does reason more right, than the coolness of those that offer it: For Truth often suffers more by the heat of its defenders, than from the arguments of its opposers.

Nothing does reason more right, than the coolness of those t

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This quote suggests that reason is best embraced when it is presented calmly and impartially. It argues that the zeal and passion of those defending the truth can sometimes harm the cause more than the arguments put forth by its opponents. By emphasizing the importance of coolness in delivering reasoned arguments, the quote implies that excessive heat can cloud judgment and hinder the pursuit of truth.

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