Ignorance breeds fear and prejudice from "summary" of The World As I See It by Albert Einstein
The evil of prejudice is nurtured by the scourge of ignorance. When we lack knowledge and understanding of others, we allow fear to take root in our hearts. This fear, in turn, gives rise to prejudices that divide us and blind us to the humanity that we all share. Ignorance creates a breeding ground for misconceptions and stereotypes. Without the light of knowledge to guide us, we are susceptible to the darkness of prejudice. We make assumptions based on incomplete information, and we hold onto these beliefs tightly, even in the face of evidence to the contrary. Fear is a powerful force that can warp our perceptions and cloud our judgment. When we are afraid of the unknown, we are more likely to retreat into the safety of our own narrow worldview. We become closed off to new ideas and experiences, and we cling to our prejudices as a shield against the unfamiliar. Prejudice thrives in an env...
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