Belief Quotes
Blind belief in authority is the greatest enemy of truth.
"Blind belief in authority is the greatest enemy of truth."— Albert Einstein
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Meaning of this quote
Unquestioning deference can prevent independent assessment of whether a claim is true.
Key takeaway:
Check reasons and evidence even when authority speaks.
Origin of the quote
Einstein’s July 8, 1901 letter to Jost Winteler, in English translation
Who actually said this?
VerifiedTranslations vary in how they render the criticism of authority.
