Quotation by

Marcel Proust

A powerful idea communicates some of its strength to him who challenges it.

Communication

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When someone questions a strong idea, they gain insight and understanding from engaging with it. This process transfers some of the idea's power to the person who challenges it, making them stronger in thought.

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