Quote by Friedrich Nietzsche

The most perfidious way of harming a cause consists of defending it deliberately with faulty arguments.

The most perfidious way of harming a cause consists of defen

Summary

This quote implies that the most deceitful and harmful way to sabotage a cause is by deliberately supporting it with flawed arguments. Rather than honestly opposing the cause, individuals employ deceptive tactics by using baseless reasoning, manipulating facts, or employing fallacies to mislead others. By cloaking faulty arguments as support for the cause, these individuals undermine its credibility and integrity, potentially causing more damage than a genuine critique. This quote highlights the importance of critical thinking and ethical persuasion when engaging in debates or discussions concerning important issues.

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Truth Philosophy Perception Scientific Process

By Friedrich Nietzsche

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