Quote by Bertrand Russell

This is one of those views which are so absurd that only very learned men could possibly adopt them.

This is one of those views which are so absurd that only ver

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This quote suggests that some views are so outrageous or illogical that only highly knowledgeable individuals would entertain or adopt them. It implies that ordinary or less educated individuals would instantly recognize the absurdity of such perspectives. The quote implies a certain level of intellectual detachment or curiosity that allows highly learned individuals to explore or analyze unconventional ideas despite their apparent absurdity.

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