Quote by George Santayana

It is possible to be a master in false philosophy, easier, in fact, than to be a master in the truth, because a false philosophy can be made as simple and consistent as one pleases.

It is possible to be a master in false philosophy, easier, i

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This quote suggests that it is easier to become an expert in false philosophy compared to grasping the truth. The reason being that false philosophies can be constructed to be straightforward and internally coherent, while the truth might be complex and lack absolute consistency. In other words, false ideas can be simplified and manipulated to fit one's desires or beliefs, whereas understanding the complexity and nuances of the truth requires more effort and critical thinking.

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