Quote by Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 3rd Earl

Truth, 'tis suppos'd, may bear all Lights: and one of those principal Lights or natural Mediums, by which Things are to be view'd, in order to a thorow Recognition, is Ridicule it-self, or that Manner of Proof by which we discern whatever is liable to just Raillery in any Subject.

Truth, 'tis suppos'd, may bear all Lights: and one of those

Summary

This quote suggests that one of the ways to perceive truth and fully understand something is through the lens of ridicule. Ridicule acts as a natural medium or tool that helps us recognize and appreciate the elements of a subject that are worthy of being mocked. By using ridicule as a form of proof, we can illuminate the aspects of a topic that are vulnerable or deserving of satire, thereby gaining deeper insight and understanding. Relying on ridicule enables us to critically analyze and comprehend different subjects more thoroughly.

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By Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 3rd Earl

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