No one can be a great thinker who does not recognize that as a thinker it is his first duty to follow his intellect to whatever conclusions it may lead. Truth gains more even by the errors of one who, with due study, and preparation, thinks for himself, than by the true opinions of those who only hold them because they do not suffer themselves to think.
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This quote is just one of 20 total John Stuart Mill quotes in our collection. John Stuart Mill is known for saying 'No one can be a great thinker who does not recognize that as a thinker it is his first duty to follow his intellect to whatever conclusions it may lead. Truth gains more even by the errors of one who, with due study, and preparation, thinks for himself, than by the true opinions of those who only hold them because they do not suffer themselves to think.' as well as some of the following quotes.
The only purpose for which power can be rightfully exercised over any member of a civilized community against his will is to prevent harm to others.
This quote is just one of 20 total John Stuart Mill quotes in our collection. John Stuart Mill is known for saying 'No one can be a great thinker who does not recognize that as a thinker it is his first duty to follow his intellect to whatever conclusions it may lead. Truth gains more even by the errors of one who, with due study, and preparation, thinks for himself, than by the true opinions of those who only hold them because they do not suffer themselves to think.' as well as some of the following quotes.