Quote by Francis Bacon

What is truth? said jesting Pilate and would not stay for an answer.

What is truth? said jesting Pilate and would not stay for an

Summary

This quote is from Francis Bacon's essay "Of Truth." It refers to the scene in the Bible where Pilate, during Jesus' trial, sarcastically asks "What is truth?" but does not wait for an answer. Bacon uses this quote to illustrate the attitude of people who nonchalantly dismiss the pursuit of truth or philosophical questions, emphasizing the tendency to prioritize personal interests, biases, or lack of genuine curiosity over seeking deeper understanding.

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