Quote by Anthony Collins

Willing or preferring is the same with respect to good and evil, that judging is with respect to truth or falsehood.

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Summary

This quote suggests that there is no difference between being willing or preferring something. In both cases, it implies a choice or inclination towards either good or evil. Similarly, the quote equates judging to the determination of whether something is true or false. In essence, it implies that decisions based on willingness or preference and judgments based on truth or falsehood are comparable in their significance and impact.

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By Anthony Collins

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