Quote by G.K. Chesterton

The things said most confidently by advanced persons to crowded audiences are generally those opposite to the fact; it is actually our truisms that are untrue.

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Summary

This quote highlights the tendency of individuals who appear to be knowledgeable and speak confidently to large audiences to often present ideas that are not based on factual evidence. It suggests that commonly accepted notions or truisms can often be misleading or incorrect. The quote implies that we should question the confidence with which information is presented and critically analyze popular beliefs to ensure they align with the truth.

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By G.K. Chesterton

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