Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

They condemn what they do not understand.

They condemn what they do not understand.

Summary

This quote suggests that people tend to judge or criticize things they are unfamiliar with or do not fully comprehend. When individuals are unable to grasp or relate to something, their initial reaction might be to condemn or disapprove of it. It highlights the tendency of humans to fear, dismiss, or reject ideas, beliefs, or behaviors that defy their existing knowledge or challenge their preconceived notions. In doing so, they fail to appreciate or consider the value or significance of what they refuse to understand.

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By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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