Quote by Samuel Johnson

Some people wave their dogmatic thinking until their own reason is entangled.

Some people wave their dogmatic thinking until their own rea

Summary

This quote suggests that individuals who adhere strictly to their own dogmatic beliefs can become so enmeshed in their rigid thinking that they lose the ability to apply reason and critical thinking. It implies that blindly clinging to fixed ideas can hinder one's ability to objectively evaluate information or consider alternative perspectives. Ultimately, the quote warns against the danger of allowing stubborn dogmatism to overshadow the importance of intellectual openness and rational thought.

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Rhetoric

By Samuel Johnson

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