Heresy is another word for freedom of thought.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Calling an idea heresy is just a label for independent thinking.
- In plain terms
- Heresy is just a word for thinking differently.
- What can you take from it?
- Challenge labels used to silence new ideas.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who defines what is normal?
- When is a belief dangerous?
Another view
Some ideas legitimately clash with core values.
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