Quote by John Locke

One unerring mark of the love of truth is not entertaining any proposition with greater assurance than the proofs it is built upon will warrant.

One unerring mark of the love of truth is not entertaining a

Summary

This quote suggests that a genuine love for truth is characterized by an individual's unwillingness to believe something to be true without sufficient evidence or proof. It emphasizes the importance of relying on strong and valid reasons before accepting any proposition or idea. True seekers of truth do not blindly accept claims but evaluate them based on the strength of supporting evidence. This quote therefore emphasizes the necessity of rational and critical thinking in the pursuit of truth.

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