Quote by Albert Camus

Je puis nier une chose sans me croire obligÃ© de la salir ou de retirer aux autres le droit d'y croire.

Je puis nier une chose sans me croire obligÃ© de la salir ou

Summary

This quote, by novelist and philosopher AndrÃ© Gide, suggests that one can deny something without feeling the need to degrade it or take away others' right to believe in it. It implies that one can hold a different opinion or reject a belief without disrespecting it or infringing on others' beliefs. It emphasizes the importance of respecting others' perspectives and maintaining a sense of humility, allowing for open dialogue and the coexistence of differing viewpoints.

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By Albert Camus

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