The dignity of truth is lost With much protesting.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jonson argues that constantly defending truth undermines its inherent authority and dignity.
- In plain terms
- Too much arguing about the truth makes it seem less valuable.
- What can you take from it?
- Let truth stand on its own without excessive defense.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does defending truth weaken it?
- How much protest is too much?
Another view
Some truths require active defense against deliberate misinformation.
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