Quote by Arthur Schnitzler

Martyrdom has always been a proof of the intensity, never of the correctness of a belief.

Martyrdom has always been a proof of the intensity, never of

Summary

This quote suggests that the act of martyrdom, where someone willingly dies for their beliefs, does not validate the beliefs themselves. It emphasizes that the intensity of one's belief does not necessarily make it correct or morally superior. Instead, it highlights the idea that martyrdom is merely an indication of how strongly someone holds their beliefs, regardless of their accuracy or validity. This quote encourages us to critically assess beliefs based on evidence and logic, rather than using martyrdom as a measure of their righteousness.

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By Arthur Schnitzler

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