The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever that it is not utterly absurd; indeed in view of the silliness of the majority of mankind, a widespread belief is more likely to be foolish than sensible.

Bertrand Russell

Marriage and Morals

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Russell, Bertrand. Marriage and Morals. Allen & Unwin, 1929, ch. 5.

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A quote by Bertrand Russell about unfounded beliefs: “The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever…”

A quote by Bertrand Russell about unfounded beliefs: “The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever…”

A quote by Bertrand Russell about unfounded beliefs: “The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever…”