There is something wonderful in seeing a wrong-headed majority assailed by truth.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- It is gratifying to witness truth challenging a majority that holds incorrect beliefs.
- In plain terms
- Seeing truth fight against a wrong majority is a positive thing.
- What can you take from it?
- Truth has value when it confronts widespread error.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When have you seen truth prevail against popular opinion?
- Is it always easy to identify what is right?
Another view
This view assumes truth is always clear and universally identifiable.
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