Quote by Lord Chesterfield
Our conjectures pass upon us for truths; we will know what we do not know, and often, what we cannot know: so mortifying to our pride is the base suspicion of ignorance.
Summary
This quote suggests that human beings have a tendency to deceive themselves by treating their own speculations as facts. It highlights our inclination to believe that we possess knowledge that we actually lack, and at times, knowledge that is inherently unknowable. This is because admitting our ignorance threatens our sense of self-importance and can be seen as a humbling realization. The quote emphasizes how our pride can lead us to deny the extent of our ignorance, even when evidence suggests otherwise.
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Truth
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