Quote by Oscar Wilde, The soul of man und
A man who does not think for himself does not think at all. It is grossly selfish to require of one's neighbour that he should think in the same way, and hold the same opinions. Why should he? If he can think, he will probably think differently. If he cannot think, it is monstrous to require thought of any kind from him.
Summary
This quote emphasizes the importance of independent thinking and individuality. It suggests that individuals who do not think for themselves are essentially deprived of genuine thinking. Moreover, it criticizes the selfishness of expecting others to have the same thoughts and opinions, as it is natural for people to have different perspectives and thought processes. In fact, expecting someone to think similarly is seen as unfair and even unreasonable. The quote concludes by stating that it is unfair to demand thought from someone who lacks the capacity for it.
Topics
Thought
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