An unbending and absolute acceptance of any idea is a sure sign of a small mind, no matter the greatness of intellect possesed by the one accepting that idea.
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About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Rigidly accepting any idea without question shows limited thinking, regardless of how smart the person is.
- In plain terms
- Being absolutely certain about something means your mind is small, even if you are very smart.
- What can you take from it?
- Stay open to new ideas instead of holding onto them too tightly.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is certainty ever a sign of wisdom?
- How do you balance confidence with curiosity?
Another view
Some foundational truths might require firm acceptance to function effectively.
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