Quote by Soren Kierkegaard

Truth always rests with the minority, and the minority is always stronger than the majority, because the minority is generally formed by those who really have an opinion, while the strength of a majority is illusory, formed by the gangs who have no opinion -- and who, therefore, in the next instant (when it is evident that the minority is the stronger) assume its opinion... while truth again reverts to a new minority.

Truth always rests with the minority, and the minority is al

Summary

This quote suggests that truth often lies with the minority, as they are the ones who hold genuine opinions and beliefs. The majority, on the other hand, is often composed of individuals who simply follow the crowd without forming their own opinions. Though the majority may appear strong, their strength is superficial as it is borrowed from the minority whose opinions they adopt. As truth inevitably shifts, a new minority emerges, and the cycle continues. Ultimately, the quote highlights the transient nature of majorities and the enduring power of genuine minority voices.

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By Soren Kierkegaard

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