Quote by Clarence Darrow

I do not consider it an insult, but rather a compliment to be called an agnostic. I do not pretend to know where many ignorant men are sure - that is all that agnosticism means.

I do not consider it an insult, but rather a compliment to b

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In this quote, the speaker expresses that being called an agnostic is not offensive but rather complimentary. They believe that claiming agnosticism is admitting that they do not have all the answers, unlike those who claim to know things with certainty. They view agnosticism as a humble acknowledgment of their limited knowledge compared to those who are overly confident in their beliefs.

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