Quote by Oscar Wilde

The things one feels absolutely certain about are never true. That is the fatality of faith, and the lesson of romance.

The things one feels absolutely certain about are never true

Summary

This quote suggests that strongly-held convictions or beliefs are often deceptive and unreliable. It implies that while people may have absolute faith or certainty in something, it is not always a reflection of reality. This is referred to as the "fatality of faith," where believing unquestioningly can lead to misguided conclusions. Similarly, the quote implies that romance teaches us a similar lesson â€“ that love may cause us to perceive things as absolute truths when they might not be true. Overall, the quote seems to caution against unwavering certainty and encourages a more critical, open-minded approach to beliefs and emotions.

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By Oscar Wilde

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