Quote by H. L. Mencken

The average man does not get pleasure out of an idea because he thinks it is true; he thinks it is true because he gets pleasure out of it.

The average man does not get pleasure out of an idea because

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals often believe ideas to be true because they derive pleasure from them, rather than objectively evaluating their factual accuracy. It implies that subjective satisfaction or emotional gratification can play a significant role in shaping personal beliefs and convictions. Instead of assessing the validity of an idea independently, people tend to align their perception of truth with what brings them joy or fulfillment. Thus, this quote highlights the potential influence of emotions on our perception of truth and the subjective nature of individual beliefs.

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By H. L. Mencken

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