Quote by Boris Sidis

If ceaseless vigilance is the price of liberty, more so is it true that ceaseless criticism of ever new opinions and ever new views, however distasteful, bizarre, and paradoxical, is the price of truth.

If ceaseless vigilance is the price of liberty, more so is i

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of constant questioning and criticism in the pursuit of truth. It suggests that just as we must remain vigilant to maintain our freedom, we must also consistently challenge and evaluate new ideas, even those that may seem strange or contrary to our own beliefs. The quote implies that truth can only be discovered through ongoing scrutiny and open-mindedness, implying that a commitment to continuous criticism is necessary to uncovering the truth.

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