Quote by P. T. (Phineas Taylor) Barnum

More persons, on the whole, are humbugged by believing in nothing than by believing in too much.

More persons, on the whole, are humbugged by believing in no

Summary

This quote suggests that it is more destructive to believe in nothing than to believe in too much. In other words, having no beliefs or principles can lead to being easily deceived or deceived by various forms of deceit or trickery. It suggests that having some level of belief or conviction, even if excessive, provides a safeguard against being dishonestly misled or manipulated.

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By P. T. (Phineas Taylor) Barnum

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