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What does it mean?
Truth is always timely, especially when it contradicts current conditions.
In plain terms
Truth is always right now, even when it doesn't fit.
What can you take from it?
Truth applies always, especially when inconvenient.

Where it applies

  • moral crises
  • political change
  • personal decisions

Putting it to work

  • act on truth now
  • challenge convenient lies
  • uphold principles

Questions to consider

  • When does truth feel inconvenient?
  • Is there a right time for truth?

Another view

Timing can matter for truth's impact.

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