Losing an illusion makes you wiser than finding a truth.
Ludwig BorneRead
Only the suppressed word is dangerous.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Silencing words can lead to greater dangers than the words themselves.
This quote suggests that the act of suppressing or censoring certain words or ideas can lead to greater harm and danger than allowing those words to be expressed. It emphasizes the importance of open dialogue and the potential consequences of stifling free expression.
Themes
FreedomSpeechCensorshipExpressionDanger
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the importance of free speech at a university.
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