Quote by Michel de Montaigne

I put forward formless and unresolved notions, as do those who publish doubtful questions to debate in the schools, not to establish the truth but to seek it.

I put forward formless and unresolved notions, as do those w

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This quote suggests that the act of presenting vague or unresolved ideas is similar to those who pose uncertain questions for debate. It implies that the intention behind this is not to definitively establish the truth, but rather to actively seek and explore it. The quote highlights the value of raising open-ended inquiries and offering incomplete thoughts as a means of fostering intellectual curiosity and engaging in meaningful discussions that can help uncover deeper truths.

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