Quote by Leo Tolstoy
Ignorance cannot lead to evil, misconceptions lead to evil. It is not what people do know, it's what they pretend they do.
Summary
This quote suggests that ignorance in itself does not necessarily lead to evil actions. Instead, it argues that it is the presence of misconceptions and the pretending to know something that can lead to evil. It implies that it is not the lack of knowledge, but the distortion or misinterpretation of information that can drive individuals to act in harmful or immoral ways. The quote emphasizes the importance of having accurate and honest understanding rather than pretending to have knowledge, as the latter can lead to negative consequences.
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