Quote by Desiderius Erasmus

Man's mind is so formed that it is far more susceptible to falsehood than to truth.

Man's mind is so formed that it is far more susceptible to f

Summary

This quote suggests that the human mind is inherently inclined to accept and believe falsehoods more readily than truths. It implies that individuals are more likely to be swayed or deceived by misinformation or incorrect ideas than they are to critically examine and accept the reality. This could be attributed to cognitive biases, emotions, or societal influences that impact our perception and processing of information, highlighting the potential vulnerability of human minds to misleading narratives or falsehoods.

Topics

Deception/lying

By Desiderius Erasmus

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