Quote by Will Durant

Inquiry is fatal to certainty.

Inquiry is fatal to certainty.

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of questioning and seeking answers undermines the notion of certainty. When we engage in inquiry and exploration, our stance of absolute certainty is challenged. By asking questions and seeking knowledge, we are compelled to explore different perspectives and possibilities, realizing that there may not always be definitive or fixed answers. In this way, inquiry opens our minds to a more nuanced and less dogmatic understanding of the world, emphasizing the ever-changing nature of knowledge and the importance of remaining curious and open-minded.

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Certainty

By Will Durant

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