Understand this, I mean to arrive at the truth. The truth, however ugly in itself, is always curious and beautiful to seekers after it.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker values truth above all, noting that even ugly truths are fascinating to those who seek them.
- In plain terms
- Truth is important even if it is ugly, and seekers find it beautiful.
- What can you take from it?
- Pursuing truth is valuable regardless of how unpleasant the facts may be.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we find ugly truths beautiful?
- What makes truth valuable?
Another view
Not all seekers find ugly truths beautiful; some find them painful.
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