Quote by Marcus Tullius Cicero

No well-informed person ever imputed inconsistency to another for changing his mind.

No well-informed person ever imputed inconsistency to anothe

Summary

This quote suggests that a person who is knowledgeable and informed would never criticize someone for changing their mind. It implies that changing one's perspective or opinions based on new information is a sign of intellectual growth and open-mindedness, rather than a contradiction or inconsistency. It promotes the idea that adapting one's beliefs in light of new evidence is a desirable characteristic rather than a flaw, reflecting a willingness to learn and evolve.

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Consistency

By Marcus Tullius Cicero

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