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'''Open mind''' refers in general to one's ability to [[Thought|think]], use [[logic]]al [[reason]]ing, and consider different or even opposing viewpoints. | '''Open mind''' refers in general to one's ability to [[Thought|think]], use [[logic]]al [[reason]]ing, and consider different or even opposing viewpoints. | ||
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Revision as of 19:38, April 15, 2012
For a test of open-mindedness, see Essay:Quantifying Openmindedness.
Open mind refers in general to one's ability to think, use logical reasoning, and consider different or even opposing viewpoints.
Saying someone lacks an open mind is often used pejoratively, for example, "Don't be pro-life/pro-marriage/pro-abstinence, be open-minded. In this context, "open minded" simply means considering a certain viewpoint.
Examples
Quotations
- "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." (Aristotle)