Quote by Pierre Bayle

The antiquity and general acceptance of an opinion is not assurance of its truth.

The antiquity and general acceptance of an opinion is not as

Summary

This quote implies that the age or widespread popularity of a belief or idea does not guarantee its validity. Just because an opinion has been held for a long time and is widely accepted does not necessarily make it true. It encourages one to critically evaluate and question long-standing beliefs, emphasizing that truth should not be determined solely based on antiquity or consensus but through careful analysis and evidence-based reasoning.

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By Pierre Bayle

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