Quote by John Locke

It is one thing to show a man that he is in an error, and another to put him in possession of the truth.

It is one thing to show a man that he is in an error, and an

Summary

This quote by John Locke emphasizes the distinction between merely pointing out someone's mistake and actually providing them with a valid alternative or solution. It suggests that it is not enough to merely highlight someone's error; one must also offer them a clear understanding of the truth or the correct information that counteracts their mistaken belief. Simply recognizing a mistake is not as impactful or productive as helping someone gain knowledge and insight to replace their erroneous views.

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By John Locke

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