Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., The

I hate facts. I always say the chief end of man is to form general propositions -- adding that no general proposition is worth a damn.

I hate facts. I always say the chief end of man is to form g

Summary

This quote reflects a skeptical view on the value of facts and the importance placed on forming general propositions or ideas. By expressing a dislike for facts, the speaker implies a disdain for objective truths and a preference for abstract concepts. They emphasize that the ultimate purpose of humans is to create general statements, but immediately dismiss their worth. This quote suggests a contradiction between the recognition of the necessity of generalizations and a skepticism toward their validity or utility.

By Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr., The

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