Henri Frederic Amiel Quotes
A belief is not true because it is useful.
Henri Frédéric Amiel, 1821-1881, Swiss Critic, Journal Intime
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Belief and/or ideology of even teh vast majority or the world has no influence on the vaidity and truth of science. A particualr scientific statement is true or not based an many factors, none of which have anything to do with beliefs, world views, custims, cultures, or religious doctrine.
If someone repeats a lie, you can show them the logic and facts of the situation and persuade them often. But if they are ideologically wedded to an idea, it is difficult if not impossible to change their mind, as their belief is an ideology, not a conclusion.
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Henri Frédéric Amiel was a Swiss moral philosopher, poet, and critic.
